An unrelenting torrent of affectionate but biting music-scene satire, old-school Nintendo references, and cartoony depictions of post-adolescent love,
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is a delight. It will probably have its greatest success with folks who’ve actually gone to overhyped basement shows or played Mortal Kombat, but it could still capture the heart of anyone who’s had a relationship in their early twenties -- or at least who appreciates a movie with style.
The story begins with the titular 23-year-old slacker hero (played by Michael Cera), who divides his time between playing bass guitar for a Toronto band called Sex Bob-omb and entertaining t...
Released:
2010
Rated:
PG-13
Length:
113 mins