Fresh
A refreshingly old school coming-of-age comedy with just enough raunchiness, stoner humor and otherwise dubious behavior to divert movie audiences weaned on violated pies and superbad high jinks.
Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times
Overview
Pals Danny and Frank spend the summer after high school working as lifeguards while figuring out their future.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
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42%
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Rotten
Rather than offer any insight into what it's like living in arguably the most remote section of New York City, the movie focuses its energy on forcing Phillips and Pearlman to re-enact Superbad.
Jesse Hassenger, AV Club
Fresh
A movie that won't knock you out with originality but may charm you with its wit.
Kyle Smith, New York Post
Rotten
Do yourself a favor: Don't.
Stephen Whitty, New York Daily News
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