Embarrassing mediocre

Rating: 3/10 (18 October 2009)

Somebody said that the film is told in an "innovative and clever narrative style". I wouldn't acknowledge as a big innovation a non-linear story with a voice over (copied from The Royal Tenenbaums). But I agree on the fact that this is the best part of the movie. Full of most poor clichés like the musical scene after Tom gets laid and the visit to Ikea (sorry, was that advertising?). I couldn't relate with any of the characters, too superficial, too weak. The soundtrack could be inspirational for a teenager, absolutely boring for anybody that has a minimum of knowledge of indie and alternative music. No edge, no inspiration, pure mediocrity. Camera work and photography are appreciable but can not make up for all the rest. Look around the web for other nonpartisan reviews.