The film "13 Going on 30" commenced with great promise, instilling high hopes for an extraordinary cinematic experience. Yet, while being a delightful and tender chick-flick, it fell short of delivering much substance. As the plot unfolded, the narrative progressively veered into silliness, leaving the viewer somewhat disenchanted. While there were a handful of humorous moments sprinkled throughout, they failed to elevate the overall impact of the movie, ultimately rendering it below par. Despite its initial allure, "13 Going on 30" failed to attain the heights of greatness it seemed capable of, and instead settled into a mediocre performance.
13 Going on 30
2004
Action / Comedy / Fantasy / Romance
13 Going on 30
2004
Action / Comedy / Fantasy / Romance
Plot summary
A girl who's sick of the social strictures of junior high is transformed into a grownup overnight. In this feel-good fairy tale, teenager Jenna wants a boyfriend, and when she's unable to find one, she fantasizes about being a well-adjusted adult. Suddenly, her secret desire becomes a reality, and she is transformed into a 30-year-old, but adulthood, with its own set of male-female challenges, isn't as easy as it looks.
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For the Kid in All of Us
Some actors are just born to play certain roles. Though I've never been the biggest Jennifer Garner fan over the years, she is beyond perfect for the role of Jenna Rink in 13 Going on 30. Conveying the perfect amount of innocence, charm, and earnestness, the joy of seeing Garner play a 13 year old trapped in the body and life of a 30 year old woman is unparalleled. I love the nostalgic feeling of the film, even though I didn't grow up when Jenna did, and the overwhelming feeling of 'needing to remember what used to be good'. Mark Ruffalo is an instantly likable and relatable love interest for Garner, and they have remarkable chemistry. We've seen this type of story before, but it's all in the execution, and they nailed it here.
8.7/10
Funny comedy with a slight touch of fantasy. Recommended.
This is a very entertaining movie oriented for a teenager audience that is able to enjoy romantic light comedies mixed with fantasy and some situations that deal with the imagination of a young girl.
This movie, unlike "Freaky Friday" deals with more mature issues such as having a couple, labor life, and more.
Still, there's plenty of light comedy and even a great "Thriller" choreography. (R.I.P. MJ).
So, I can recommend this movie for those who enjoy romantic comedies with a touch of fantasy.
Jennifer Garner delivers a funny, super sexy performance. She demonstrates she's a very talented actress when it has to do with comedy.
Mark Ruffalo is an underrated actor and delivers a fine performance.
Overall this is a funny movie.