Tick
Tick

Movie spotlight

Tick

1996
Movie
9 min
English

A brisk look into the lives of two bomb diffusers. John Hamburg's student film.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users95%
Director: Lin-Manuel MirandaGenres: Musical, Drama, Biography

Plot Summary

In New York City, aspiring theater composer Jonathan Larson is ticking away towards his 30th birthday, wrestling with self-doubt, financial woes, and the pressure to create something meaningful. As his friends and girlfriend grapple with their own life choices and the AIDS epidemic looms, Jonathan prepares to present his new musical to a room full of theater professionals.

Critical Reception

Tick, Tick... Boom! was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its heartfelt story, Lin-Manuel Miranda's directorial debut, and Andrew Garfield's performance as Jonathan Larson. Critics praised its energetic musical numbers and poignant exploration of ambition, friendship, and the fear of time running out.

What Reviewers Say

  • Andrew Garfield delivers a career-defining performance, capturing Larson's passion and vulnerability.

  • Lin-Manuel Miranda skillfully translates the stage musical to the screen, maintaining its emotional core.

  • The film is a touching tribute to a groundbreaking artist and a relatable exploration of artistic struggle.

Google audience: Audience reviews highly praise the film's emotional resonance, powerful performances, and inspiring portrayal of artistic dedication. Many found it a moving and uplifting experience, celebrating the music and the story of Jonathan Larson.

Awards & Accolades

Andrew Garfield won a Golden Globe for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role. The film received nominations for Best Picture and Best Actor at the Academy Awards.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the autobiographical musical of the same name by Jonathan Larson, which was originally a "rock monologue" he performed in 1990.

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