What a fun movie! The plot is pretty straightforward, a teenage girl accidentally becomes pregnant. She leans towards aborting but becomes convinced to go full term and allow the baby to be adopted. This film shows that journey and on through the birth.
What shines here is the writing. The stars are witty and clever. This is especially true of the parents (Allison Janney and J.K. Simmons). The best line of the movie comes from Simmons and involves a synonym of 'hot-dog'. The other thing that makes the movie is the soundtrack. All very folk-indie, with bare guitar and vocals. The FP Gal loved it so much that we ran out and bought it.
Best picture worthy? All comedies suffer in comparison to dramas when it comes right down to it. I'm very willing to suggest that it was the best comedy (highbrow division) of last year. I think people will remember this film fondly for years to come.
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