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Scott has been a case of arrested development ever since his firefighter father died when he was seven. He's now reached his mid-20s having achieved little, chasing a dream of becoming a tattoo artist that seems far out of reach. As his ambitious younger sister heads off to college, Scott is still living with his exhausted ER nurse mother and spends his days smoking weed, hanging with the guys — Oscar, Igor and Richie — and secretly hooking up with his childhood friend Kelsey. But when his mother starts dating a loudmouth firefighter named Ray, it sets off a chain of events that will force Scott to grapple with his grief and take his first tentative steps toward moving forward in life.
Scott is a high school graduate who has been dealing with issues of mental health and his father's death since childhood. He spends his days smoking weed and dreaming of becoming a tattoo artist. When his younger sister announces she's getting a tattoo, Scott is forced to confront his own life choices and responsibilities. He eventually begins to process his grief and the impact of his absent father, leading to personal growth.
The King of Staten Island received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Pete Davidson's vulnerable performance and the film's blend of humor and heartfelt drama. While some found the pacing a bit long, the consensus was that it was a mature and personal film for Davidson, resonating with themes of grief, family, and self-discovery.
Pete Davidson delivers a surprisingly raw and emotional performance, drawing heavily from his personal life.
Judd Apatow successfully balances humor and pathos, creating a poignant coming-of-age story.
The film's length and meandering plot were noted by some, but its authenticity was widely appreciated.
Google audience: Audiences largely praised the film for its humor and Pete Davidson's authentic and emotional performance. Many found the story relatable and appreciated its blend of heartfelt moments with comedic relief, leading to a high approval rating.
The film is semi-autobiographical for Pete Davidson, drawing inspiration from his own experiences with grief, his father's death as a firefighter on 9/11, and his struggles with mental health.
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Pete Davidson has had a rough career and is viewed in a somewhat bad light, mainly due to terrible “cancel culture“ trends. If you go in wanting hate him, you will, but that defeats the heart of the film. 'The King of Staten Island' shines ...