Stargirl
The quirky new girl at school (newcomer Grace VanderWaal) intrigues a low-key student (Graham Verchere, Summer of 84) and goes from ridiculed to celebrated in this Disney-made coming-of-age dramedy based on the best-selling young adult novel.
- Director:
- Julia Hart ('Fast Color', 'Miss Stevens')
- Writer:
- Kristin HahnJerry Spinelli
- Cast:
- Grace VanderWaalGraham VerchereGiancarlo EspositoKaran BrarDarby StanchfieldShelby SimmonsMaximiliano HernándezDamian O’Hare
Reviews & comments
Stuff
pressFeeling like the cinematic love-child of the films of John Hughes and Cameron Crowe, Star Girl is peppered with catchy tunes (most notably the school spirit anthem Be True to Your School) and memorable moments (heartfelt speeches, a crowdpleasing finale featuring a classic banger by The Cars) that will delight audiences of all ages.
Slant Magazine
presshttps://www.slantmagazine.com/film/review-disney-plus-stargirl-suggests-garden-state-for-the-junior-set/
The New York Times
pressNothing is more important than being one's true self. That lesson never loses its value, or its timeliness.
Los Angeles Times
pressThe relationships and situations aren't deeply explored, but it's not that kind of movie. Does it effectively deliver its message of embracing uniqueness in oneself and others? Sure. It's pretty nail-on-the-head.
Stuff
pressFeeling like the cinematic love-child of the films of John Hughes and Cameron Crowe, Star Girl is peppered with catchy tunes (most notably the school spirit anthem Be True to Your School) and memorable moments (heartfelt speeches, a crowdpleasing finale featuring a classic banger by The Cars) that will delight audiences of all ages.
Slant Magazine
presshttps://www.slantmagazine.com/film/review-disney-plus-stargirl-suggests-garden-state-for-the-junior-set/
The New York Times
pressNothing is more important than being one's true self. That lesson never loses its value, or its timeliness.
Los Angeles Times
pressThe relationships and situations aren't deeply explored, but it's not that kind of movie. Does it effectively deliver its message of embracing uniqueness in oneself and others? Sure. It's pretty nail-on-the-head.
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