Some Kind of Wonderful

Name: Some Kind of Wonderful
Director: Howard Deutch
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Released: 1987-01-01
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson, Lea Thompson, Chynna Phillips, Craig Sheffer

1987Dir. Howard Deutch1h 35m

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Runtime1h 35m

Released1987

Box office$18.6M

DirectorHoward Deutch

About This Movie

Some Kind of Wonderful captures that late '80s vibe perfectly. Directed by Howard Deutch, it’s a coming-of-age tale that intertwines comedy and romance with a real sense of heart. The film navigates the awkwardness of teen life—Keith’s pursuit of Amanda is sweet but complicated by Watts’ unspoken feelings. The pacing flows nicely, keeping a nice balance between light-hearted moments and those heavier realizations about friendship and love. The performances are solid too; Eric Stoltz brings a quiet charm to Keith, while Mary Stuart Masterson is fantastic as the tough yet tender Watts. The film’s use of practical effects and its atmospheric soundtrack ground its emotional beats, making it a distinctive entry in the teen genre.

Watch for the dynamic between Keith and Watts.The soundtrack really complements the emotional beats.Pay attention to the practical effects in romantic scenes.