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The Wackness
🎬 Movie

The Wackness

2008 · 99 min Drama Comedy Romance
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

Set in New York City in the sweltering summer, The Wackness tells the story of a troubled teenage drug dealer, who trades pot for therapy sessions with a drug-addled psychiatrist. Things get more complicated when he falls for one of his classmates, who just happens to be the doctor's daughter. This is a coming-of-age story about sex, drugs, music and what it takes to be a man.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Jonathan Levine

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Josh Peck

Josh Peck

Luke Shapiro

Ben Kingsley

Ben Kingsley

Dr. Squires

Famke Janssen

Famke Janssen

Kristin Squires

Olivia Thirlby

Olivia Thirlby

Stephanie

Mary-Kate Olsen

Mary-Kate Olsen

Union

Jane Adams

Jane Adams

Eleanor

Method Man

Method Man

Percy

Aaron Yoo

Aaron Yoo

Justin

Talia Balsam

Talia Balsam

Mrs. Shapiro

David Wohl

David Wohl

Mr. Shapiro

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