The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is, I think, the first R-rated film I saw in theaters. And that's when I realized that Kieran Culkin, now an Oscar nominee, is the real deal.
I remember renting Altar Boys from Blockbuster because it was one of the “staff picks” from the girl I had a crush on that worked there. Hit me at the right age, too.
I really loved Igby Goes Down. Now I need to check out his other films. Thanks for posting this!
Happy to give a film like this a boost! If you haven't seen Succession, he's terrific in that show.
Igby Goes Down is freaking legit.
Also love The Hold Steady
Footnote number 6?! WHOA
Adding this film to my list.
Stellar article as usual.
Melissa! You're too kind. 💙 I didn't know you were a Hold Steady fan!
Let me know if you end up watching this one. I think you'll dig it.
God I loved this movie during my high school years when I was obsessed with Emile Hirsch.
We are the chosen ones who saw this film at the right/intended age! What a blessing.
I remember renting Altar Boys from Blockbuster because it was one of the “staff picks” from the girl I had a crush on that worked there. Hit me at the right age, too.
Really hope you returned the movie with your name and phone number on a post-it note!