Recently, I've found myself more and more interested in the world of stand-up comedy. I can't exactly explain why, but with the task of incidentally or purposefully analyzing so much of the entertainment I consume, it's nice to relax and watch something just for laughs. One of the more fascinating comedians working today is Bo Burnham, a frantic and razor-sharp artist who delivers jokes at a breakneck pace. Blending musical madness with understated commentary and emotional beats, the former YouTube star has become a distinct voice in the comedic world. Therefore, it only makes sense that he's jumping into movies with the help of A24. One of the few studios with a brand name that carries actual weight, A24 has become a haven for unique indie movies from original filmmakers. After a successful premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival, A24 will release Burnham's Eighth Grade in July. Watch the first trailer below!
Middle school sucks. That's a fairly well-established fact at this point. Even though I didn't go to a public middle school like most people, my experience at a small charter school was still filled with ups and downs. But the strange awkwardness of young adulthood seems to have been compounded by the internet and social media, a topic that Bo Burnham looks to tackle with witty precision in Eighth Grade. This is a strong trailer, and with few established stars, A24's marketing team relies heavily on critical quotes and the film's general concept in this brief look. And why wouldn't they? Eighth Grade was one of the more beloved films to come out of this year's Sundance, standing at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and a very nice 84% on Metacritic. Burnham's directorial debut looks sharp and observant, finding a balance between tragic emotion and well-executed cringe comedy. Elsie Fisher looks to be one of the year's breakout stars, and I have a feeling that A24 could have a nice little hit on their hands come July.
Eighth Grade opens in limited release on July 13.
Image courtesy of A24
Middle school sucks. That's a fairly well-established fact at this point. Even though I didn't go to a public middle school like most people, my experience at a small charter school was still filled with ups and downs. But the strange awkwardness of young adulthood seems to have been compounded by the internet and social media, a topic that Bo Burnham looks to tackle with witty precision in Eighth Grade. This is a strong trailer, and with few established stars, A24's marketing team relies heavily on critical quotes and the film's general concept in this brief look. And why wouldn't they? Eighth Grade was one of the more beloved films to come out of this year's Sundance, standing at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and a very nice 84% on Metacritic. Burnham's directorial debut looks sharp and observant, finding a balance between tragic emotion and well-executed cringe comedy. Elsie Fisher looks to be one of the year's breakout stars, and I have a feeling that A24 could have a nice little hit on their hands come July.
Eighth Grade opens in limited release on July 13.
Image courtesy of A24
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