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Dazed and Confused

R Released Sep 10, 1993 1h 43m Comedy TRAILER for List
93% Tomatometer 69 Reviews 90% Popcornmeter 100,000+ Ratings
This coming-of-age film follows the mayhem of group of rowdy teenagers in Austin, Texas, celebrating the last day of high school in 1976. The graduating class heads for a popular pool hall and joins an impromptu keg party, however star football player Randall "Pink" Floyd (Jason London) has promised to focus on the championship game and abstain from partying. Meanwhile, the incoming freshmen try to avoid being hazed by the seniors, most notably the sadistic bully Fred O'Bannion (Ben Affleck).
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Featuring an excellent ensemble cast, a precise feel for the 1970s, and a killer soundtrack, Dazed and Confused is a funny, affectionate, and clear-eyed look at high school life.

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Peter Bradshaw Guardian It’s a strange film in many ways, affectless and directionless, coolly refusing the usual dramatic beats and climactic moments, and as unreflective as MOR rock. Rated: 5/5 Sep 15, 2023 Full Review Chuck Bowen Slant Magazine The meaninglessness of it all is the meaning of the film. Mar 20, 2023 Full Review Ben Thompson Sight & Sound Few of these people are going anywhere, but they are not going anywhere with style and dignity. Feb 6, 2020 Full Review Mark Jackson Epoch Times This nostalgic, spot-on, and hilarious cult classic is Texas teens attempting to give themselves an adulthood rite-of-passage to escape 1970's suburban ennui.
 Rated: 4/5 Sep 30, 2024 Full Review Noah Berlatsky Splice Today Linklater, though, thinks everyone should have a chance to be who they are—or, like Mike briefly experimenting with being a tough guy, a chance to be who they aren’t. Sep 25, 2023 Full Review Rob Gonsalves Rob's Movie Vault The movie’s vibe is warm and good-natured, and we feel welcomed into the world of the cool older kids. Rated: A Sep 18, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Alright alright alright Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/29/24 Full Review julie b Easy, somehow comforting and nostalgic watch, with a great soundtrack. Never had a movie make me want to spend all night driving around more, and really loved watching the senior characters through the eyes of the freshmen. But tbh, what’s with the spanking? Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/23/24 Full Review John H I had heard about this movie FOREVER, so I had to check it out. I was shocked by all the faces I knew. It's a funny, interesting story and kept me engaged. There was nothing particularly earth-shattering about it, but it was a nice way to spend a couple of hours. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/17/24 Full Review Pete H I love it. Largely meaningless and directionless. But it drew me in, the mundane-ness of it feels like the point. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/11/24 Full Review Audience Member A good time filled with every actor that would eventually become a star. This movie is part of Americana and needs to hold a special place in our hearts. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/11/24 Full Review Mason M I think that even in today's modern age, this is the most realistic depiction of high school boys I've ever seen. Not in the drugs or parties but the conversations, it really captures how dumb high school conversations are. Besides that, this is Linklater's masterpiece. It's almost hard not to have a good time while watching this. A hilarious film with a great soundtrack and wonderful cinematography, this is just an all around good time. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/07/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis This coming-of-age film follows the mayhem of group of rowdy teenagers in Austin, Texas, celebrating the last day of high school in 1976. The graduating class heads for a popular pool hall and joins an impromptu keg party, however star football player Randall "Pink" Floyd (Jason London) has promised to focus on the championship game and abstain from partying. Meanwhile, the incoming freshmen try to avoid being hazed by the seniors, most notably the sadistic bully Fred O'Bannion (Ben Affleck).
Director
Richard Linklater
Producer
Richard Linklater, Sean Daniel, James Jacks
Screenwriter
Richard Linklater
Distributor
Universal Pictures, Gramercy Pictures
Production Co
Alphaville Films, Detour Filmproduction
Rating
R
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 10, 1993, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Sep 29, 2024
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 24, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$8.0M
Runtime
1h 43m
Sound Mix
Surround, Stereo
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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