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Young Werther

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Patrick J. Adams, Douglas Booth and Alison Pill star in this romantic comedy based on the classic smash hit novel of tragic romance. While on a simple errand to Toronto, a carefree and charming young writer named Werther stumbles across the love of his life only to discover that the young woman is engaged. Despite the urgings of his hypochondriac best friend, Werther turns his world upside down in a desperate, misguided and hilarious quest to win her heart.
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Leslie Felperin Guardian Jan 29
3/5
A film that feels short on real passion, but big on banter and sharp suiting. Go to Full Review
Barry Hertz Globe and Mail Jan 8
Long underutilized and certainly undervalued, Canadian actress Pill is a pure delight here as Charlotte, anchoring and then elevating every single scene that she is in. Go to Full Review
Dennis Harvey Variety 12/13/2024
Relies on wit and style that sometimes aren’t as dazzling as each thinks it is... But it’s also tightly engineered and executed, the brisk pace as well as astute packaging pulling off most desired effects despite a general absence of major laughs. Go to Full Review
Rachel Ho Exclaim! May 14
7/10
Adams shines particularly bright in a role that requires precision to hit the beats of a genuinely good guy who isn't merely a cuckold unaware of Werther's intentions. Go to Full Review
Carmen Paddock Movies We Texted About Feb 28
Turning The Sorrows of Young Werther into a rom-com of sorts requires some shifting of expectations from those who know the original... While softening the ending... the bildungsroman spirit of self-discovery via romantic disappointment is intact. Go to Full Review
Matthew Simpson That Shelf Jan 21
[Young Werther] is a heartfelt delight and an engrossing modernization of Its source material, with a strong central performance from Douglas Booth. Go to Full Review
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Blobbo X @Blobbo Oct 13 Independent Canadian rom-com attempt fails to engage. Charisma-lackingness abounds. Two lead actors no Redford, Hawn. Terrible pacing doesn't help. So slow. See more Jessica W Jun 18 Who is this Douglas Booth?? Devastating handsome and like, actual LOL funny. I only watched because Iris is in it (love her) and was completely unprepared for how much this movie would wreck me. I was full-on sobbing. Hadn’t even heard of Young Werther before, but now I can’t stop thinking about it. I LOVED it. A total hidden gem. See more May 31 Not a perfect movie, but an enjoyable romp that made me feel good at the end! Definitely worth the watch. See more Birithivy Y Jan 26 Young Werther - 6.5/10. Didn’t know that this movie is based on a classic novel (from the 1700’s!), but this Canadian film was surprisingly good! I love when films are shot in Toronto, or, set in Toronto. I felt like this was one of the better Toronto film, showcasing the beauty and brightness of the city. As for the actual film it self, I feel like I really enjoyed the first half, and then didn’t love the second half. Its actually nice that they showed the downside and sad nature one side love could have, as it could quickly go from being just puppy love that seems innocent to becoming a stalker like presence. Werther isn’t a likeable character, but, Douglas Booth does a good job of making this gradually unlikeable character to being watchable. Alison Pill is the true star here though! She’s so good, and I’m surprised she doesn’t get as many romcom or romantic roles in general. Her chemistry with Douglas is what makes this movie good to begin with. Patrick Adams is decent here too, but I really hope he doesn’t end up just playing lawyers for the rest of his career. Also liked the quirky “Wes Anderson Canadianian” vibe of the film. Characters are talking fast at points like a Sorkin film, and the visuals, clothing, and rooms reminded me of Anderson a bit. And for an “R rated” film, this was super tame! Though I didn’t love the second half, for a Canadian film, this was good work! See more Evan C Jan 16 It's great seeing #Toronto on screen in #YoungWerther, a CanCon romcom about the pitfalls of unrequited love. A lot hinges on whether or not you like Douglas Booth's Werther, who's fantastic at capturing both the emotional highs & lows. But it's a sleek, fun film nonetheless. See more Fran P Jan 13 Great cast, excellent performances by some gifted Canadians! See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Patrick J. Adams, Douglas Booth and Alison Pill star in this romantic comedy based on the classic smash hit novel of tragic romance. While on a simple errand to Toronto, a carefree and charming young writer named Werther stumbles across the love of his life only to discover that the young woman is engaged. Despite the urgings of his hypochondriac best friend, Werther turns his world upside down in a desperate, misguided and hilarious quest to win her heart.
Director
José Avelino Gilles Corbett Lourenço
Producer
Matt Code
Screenwriter
José Avelino Gilles Corbett Lourenço
Distributor
Lionsgate
Production Co
Wildling Pictures
Rating
R
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 13, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 13, 2024
Runtime
1h 42m
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