Juno (2007)

A brilliant, quirky comedy.

Set in small town America, Juno is the story of a quirky teenager (Juno - played by Ellen Page), who becomes pregnant after sleeping with her awkward friend Paulie Bleeker (Michael Cera). Juno decides to explore the option of donating her child to a couple looking to adopt, and finds a promising pair in the local paper. As the nine months elapse, the story becomes even more complicated and emotional.

Made with a superb Indie influence, director Jason Reitman has created an understated masterpiece. The cast are truly impressive, especially Ellen Page, who has continued to stand out in her career. The witty script is brought to life with Page's outstanding penchant for delivery and timing, as well as the supporting cast. Music is an important aspect of this film, and the acoustic tracks create an atmosphere which reflect the story brilliantly, with off-beat tunes and zany lyrics. Most importantly, this film discusses one of the most important issues facing modern American society, teenage pregnancy, but does it in a way that is compassionate and entertaining and funny.

I struggle to find anything bad about this film, and I refuse to pick things for the sake of it. It is a wonderful movie about the boredom of youth, the emotion of childbirth, and the pain of relationships. Excellent viewing.