Moxie
Moxie

Moxie

2021Movie110 minEnglish

Inspired by her mom's rebellious past and a confident new friend, a shy 16-year-old publishes an anonymous zine calling out sexism at her school.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users79%
Director: Amy PoehlerGenres: Comedy-drama, Teen

Plot Summary

Vivian, a seemingly shy teenager, finds inspiration in her mother's rebellious past when a new wave of injustices hits her high school. She anonymously publishes an underground zine called Moxie to call out sexism and toxic behavior, sparking a school-wide feminist revolution. As Moxie gains momentum, Vivian navigates the complexities of activism, friendship, and finding her own voice.

Critical Reception

Moxie received a generally positive reception from critics and audiences, who praised its energetic direction, relevant themes, and strong performances, particularly from its young cast. Some reviewers noted that while the film tackles important issues, its approach sometimes felt a bit conventional for a teen rebellion story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely and relevant exploration of feminism and teen activism.
  • Applauded for Amy Poehler's energetic and hopeful direction.
  • Noted for strong performances from its ensemble cast, especially the young leads.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated Moxie for its empowering message and relatable portrayal of high school struggles with sexism. Many found the film to be inspiring and a positive representation of young women finding their voices and challenging norms.

Fun Fact

The zine 'Moxie' featured in the film was inspired by the Riot Grrrl movement of the 1990s.

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r96sk

r96sk

It undoubtedly has its heart in the right place, but <em>'Moxie'</em> is heavy-footed and cringeworthy in most areas. I don't think anyone can disagree with what the film is attempting to shed light on, it gets kudos for what it is tryin...