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Riding in Cars with Boys

Riding in Cars with Boys

2001
Drama
2h 12m
The fresh, funny, touching and unbelievably true story of writer Beverly D'Onofrio (played by Barrymore, who ages from 15 to 35 in the role) and her often irreverent, always unique personal journey. (Columbia Pictures)
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Riding in Cars with Boys

2001
Drama
2h 12m
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Rated 05 Nov 2010
45
17th
While D'Onofrio's real life story is certainly worthy material for a film, this adaptation falls flat. During the film we see her struggle to get out of her hometown and go to college; yet we are never allowed to see her dreams become a reality. As a result, the character of Bev never grows much as a person; she remains unlikeable, bitter and thoroughly self centered throughout. Barrymore is clearly trying but she isn't a strong enough actress to inject warmth into her poorly written character.
Rated 21 Feb 2008
52
7th
Its ok. If your drunk.
Rated 19 Apr 2010
37
13th
The moral of the story is that you have to trick women into being nice.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
33rd
Not really a bad film at all (the bad title is unfortunate, though). I have trouble warming up to Drew Barrymore in pretty much any film she's in, but she plays her role quite well in this. Steve Zahn is probably the highlight.
Rated 16 Nov 2012
68
20th
There were some genuinely charming and an occasional moment you felt for the characters, but at the end of the day, I just didn't care at the end of the movie what happened to them. If you're a Drew Barrymore fan, go ahead and watch it. Everyone else you will want to steer clear.
Rated 10 Apr 2022
80
26th
Some parts were really good, but too inconsistent and weird. It started to be watchable mid-term and the ending was pretty good and touching.
Rated 01 Sep 2015
91
44th
A tough, flinty and unpredictable real life has been softened and unevenly dramatized in "Riding in Cars With Boys." A drama with slight comic inflections may be in keeping with the autumnal moviegoing mood, but excess length and awkward pacing.
Rated 04 Mar 2012
38
29th
One of those loose Drew Barrymore comedies you forget soon after the end of the story. When I was viewing it second time I did not remember anything out of it, but sweet Drew.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
15
11th
Booooooooring.
Rated 14 Nov 2008
5
0th
What a spoiled brat....I just couldn't ever connect with the movie.
Rated 04 Jan 2009
68
52nd
Surprisingly heartwarming, although sketchy acting at times. Drew looks much more convincing being 15 than 35!
Rated 29 Jun 2021
67
44th
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Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
38th
This was a good movie.. Not as good as I thought, but i do remember enjoying it.
Rated 10 Jul 2011
78
66th
One of the best performances of Drew Barrymore!! * My daughter is a tramp!!
Rated 20 Sep 2017
50
37th
The first half is funny and charmingly done, but then it losses it freshness and pace. I still value the good time and the effort, I was expecting less when I picketed it.
Rated 17 Oct 2010
40
29th
Its a long time since I have seen this, but I generally remember it a paletable, bar of course Drew Barrymore's bulldog-like face.
Rated 24 Nov 2012
75
56th
Good script some acting was blah.
Rated 19 Feb 2007
35
13th
Watchable.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
76
36th
Drew Barrymore is quirky enough to make this watchable
Rated 23 Jan 2018
50
37th
A Hallmark-esque movie about a struggling teen mom who is also a narcissist. It's interesting insofar as the audience is challenged to sympathise with such a flawed protagonist.

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