The storyline of The Way, Way Back is a predictable ride, and yet, it manages to survive the trappings of a typical coming-of-age comedy/drama, emerging a triumphant winner in the end. It is heartfelt, moving, honest and most importantly, uplifting. All the characters are sketched beautifully, dallying between exuberant profundity and poignant authencity. Comprising an enviable supporting cast of Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Allisson Janney and Maya Rudolph, the one who stands out is Sam Rockwell, with his charming wackiness and irresistible comic timing, winning hearts rather than splashing a bravado. This marks the directorial debut of the talented writer duo of Nat Faxon and Jim Rash, the ones who gave us the heartwarming George Clooney starrer, The Descendants. The soundtrack is implausibly delectable, playing the role of another riveting supporting actor in the film. One of the best feel-good entertainers of this year.
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