The Essence of Friendship

Mid90s, the directorial debut for acclaimed actor Jonah Hill, began playing in theaters October 19th.  Since it's release it has garnered the attention of skaters and indie movie lovers alike. On the surface, mid90s is a skater film set in you guessed it, the mid 90s. When layers are peeled back and viewers are given context it turns out to be much more. This film encapsulates what it means to find friendship.
The film captures the essence of friendship in such a way it makes the viewer feel as though they are there with them. Mid90s is centered around a teenage boy by the name of Stevie who finds himself looking for an escape from his rough home life. The film follows Stevie as he picks up skating and befriends some older teenagers who are already well-versed in skating. The progression of the film is focused around the growth of the friendships. The film stays true to it's roots and is refreshing to see.