Once Upon a Time in Summer
あらすじ
輝かしい青春の日々が薄れ始める中、ティニー、クリッシー、サマンサ、ロベルタの4人の生涯の友人は、忘れられない1970年の夏を思い出します。純粋な笑い声とささやく秘密は、思春期の苦痛に取って代わられ、思い出の道へと旅立ちます。 映画は、当時13歳前後の友人たちが、思春期の出現を前に、気楽な子供時代の終わりを迎えようとするところから始まります。小さな町の埃っぽい道を散歩するにつれて、それぞれの少女の物語が展開し始め、青春の冒険と優しい瞬間が織り交ぜられたタペストリーが生まれます。 彼女たちの70年の夏は、一連の冒険、失敗談、そして成長の兆しとなる出来事で彩られました。典型的な「良い子」であるティニーは、彼女の愛情よりも自分のエゴにしか興味のない男の子に対する新しい感情に苦労します。常に自由奔放なクリッシーは、冒険への愛と人気者グループに溶け込みたいという願望の間で葛藤します。 率直な反逆者であるサマンサは、音楽への情熱に慰めを見出し、より伝統的な友人たちとは別の道を歩み始めます。一方、静かで控えめなロベルタは、初恋と報われない憧れの複雑さに悩まされます。 彼女たちは個々の葛藤や不安に立ち向かう中で、無邪気さの喪失、友情の脆さ、そして不安という圧倒的な見通しなど、成長の厳しい現実にも直面します。しかし、混乱の中で、人生の試練を通じてお互いを支え合うことから生まれる強さと回復力を発見します。 彼女たちの旅を通して、「Once Upon a Time in Summer」は、ノスタルジックな魅力と痛烈な洞察力を巧みに融合させ、世界が広大かつ親密に感じられる思春期の重要な瞬間を捉えています。少女たちが子供時代の儚さを悟るにつれて、友情、愛、そして大人になった私たちを形作る思い出の変革力について貴重な教訓を学びます。
レビュー
Kiara
While that might work in *Love Story*, *Now and Then* understands that real love—the kind that binds friends together across decades—is built on a foundation of shared experiences, forgiveness, and the messy, beautiful imperfections of life. This isn't a grand, sweeping romance; it's a nostalgic exploration of female friendship, a timeless tale woven with summer memories, first crushes, and the bittersweet pangs of growing up. More than just a feel-good movie, *Now and Then* is a reminder that the bonds we forge in our youth can weather any storm, and that sometimes, the greatest love stories are the ones we share with our closest friends.
Camille
Reminiscent of "Stand by Me" and "Sunny," this is a worthwhile watch for those who enjoy this type of film. The only downside is that it takes a while to figure out who's who among the characters.
Kennedy
Back when Christina Ricci, Brendan Fraser, and Devon Sawa were the go-to faces of childhood, they starred in this heartwarming film that beautifully weaves together themes of childhood, family, friendship, and the continuation of life. It's a touching and poignant story that resonates deeply.
Rosemary
Feels like a movie straight out of my childhood.
Luca
Sora Birch is still somewhat recognizable, but I kept mixing up the others...
Camille
The film captures the bittersweet essence of nostalgia, weaving a tapestry of girlhood friendships that feel both familiar and fleeting. Its exploration of the transition from innocence to adolescence is both tender and poignant, leaving viewers with a sense of longing for lost youth while acknowledging life's inevitable complexities.
Ryder
Transporting viewers back to the idyllic summer of 1970, "Now and Then" is a poignant coming-of-age drama that explores the bittersweet transition from childhood to adolescence. The film masterfully captures the magical quality of youth, as four lifelong friends recount their life-changing summer adventures. With a perfect blend of nostalgia and humor, the movie tenderly depicts the intricacies of female friendships and the struggles of growing up.
Emerson
Memories of summer magic and the bittersweet journey from childhood to adolescence unfold through the eyes of four lifelong friends. As they reminisce about the unforgettable summer of 1970, the film masterfully weaves a tale of youth, friendship, and self-discovery. With a perfect blend of humor, drama, and nostalgia, the movie takes audiences on a charming journey, exploring the complexities of growing up and the unbreakable bonds of female friendship.
