Bernadette

About This Movie

So, 'Bernadette' is this quirky little comedy that really nails that awkward teenage vibe. Set in the summer of '94, it follows a 15-year-old who’s got the hots for an older foreign exchange student. The pacing feels like summer itself – slow and meandering, with moments that just linger. The performances are solid; the local lothario steals a lot of scenes with his exaggerated charm. It’s a strange mix of nostalgia and cringe, capturing those first crush feelings in a way that feels both light and a bit weighty. The practical effects are minimal, but the atmosphere? It’s got that suburban charm that feels both familiar and strange, like a faded Polaroid from your own past.

90s nostalgiaQuirky teenage romanceSuburban setting