Eighth Grade - Reviews

Rising star Elsie Fisher is astonishingly natural as Kayla...

The young actor triumphs...

...Fisher in the pivotal role of Kayla. She doesn’t act the part as much as she breathes it.

...Bo Burnham’s authentic, warm and compassionate study of the struggle to connect and the human condition is utterly universal and a joy for any viewer, regardless of gender or graduation date.

The best thing about eighth grade is that it ends. So does Eighth Grade, but after just an hour and a half of its charms, you may wish it didn’t.

'Eighth Grade' isn’t easy, both on screen and in life, but it’s a film that should be a rite of passage for all, no matter the age.

Elsie Fisher is absolutely outstanding in the role of Kayla Day (...) her smart, observant performance gives the audience instant access to her vulnerabilities, hurt feelings and quiet determination.

...an intimate and engaging portrait of modern teenage life.

The comedian's directorial debut is a real charmer, and it announces the arrival of a thrilling new talent in lead Elsie Fisher. You’re going to fall in love with Elsie Fisher.

...a jaw-droppingly believable Elsie Fisher lends this teen drama a quiet empathy

...the extraordinarily assured feature film debut...

Ett coming-of-age-drama med större intensitet och autenticitet än jag någonsin sett förut.