I thought Licorice Pizza (2021) by Paul Thomas Anderson was really great! I felt immersed in the setting, which evoked a feeling of nostalgia. The film just felt like an endless summer. Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman were amazing; their characters were both flawed and had so much depth. The film’s story depicts complex interpersonal relationships in such a compelling way that I still found myself rooting for them when I probably shouldn’t have. There is a ten year gap between the two characters, although neither of them acts their age. I also personally feel like the celebrity cameos were really funny, but they definitely broke the immersion. Licorice Pizza is an endearing comedy, perfect for a winter night! I wanna rewatch Boogie Nights now.
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