Mistress America

Mistress America
Noah Baumbach - director See profile
Studio Fox Searchlight Rating R (Restricted) Purchase rights Stream instantly Details Format Prime Video (streaming online video) Devices Available to watch on supported devices
Rosemarie Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2015
Yeah, uh-huh, a girl like Lola Kirke can't get laid in NYC! Sure, Bumbach. Way stagey (bring back Kicking and Screaming!), way Woody Allen-lite or Whit Stillman-medium (as is Noah's wont of late), way "depressing" (I LIKE depressing) in that, if THIS is really what millenials and post-millenials are like (whingeing, sad, self-absorbed, descrying their "uncomfortableness" and special needs at every turn), KILL ME, America. Kill me. Lola Kirke in real life is probably the conscienceless "B" she in the film thinks she is: a twee, narcissistic, pretty-pretty girl (my God, is she ever beautiful!!) who's so "oppressed" because, like, people, like, think, like, she has this totally, like, perfect life and she, like, doesn't... And Greta Gerwig could not be more obnoxious here: yes I know she's playing a clueless, in-love-with-herself wonder of dumbness, but it's just not that amusing for us to be subjected to her daffy delusions and interminable quandaries about the most picayune things EVER. New York seems a drag of a place to be, if this depiction of downtown hipsterism is at all spot-on. There's no one who's not totally lame in this movie--the Dylan guy (perfect name--never met a Dylan who wasn't a douche) who's satirized here (plus the self-important-because pregnant moms) would NEVER recognize himself. "I have some frozen weed!" Hahahaha. Perfect. Yet those trying too hard to be cool (Dylan and Mamie Claire declare the entire bunch "How nerdy!"--yet they are ALL nerds. If this weak weak film does one thing it does this: it explodes the myth of the "cool nerd." This review from a fan, a big fan, of Kicking and Scream, The Squid and the Whale, and esp. the incredible and incredilby underrated Margot at the Wedding (a pastiche masterpiece that owes much to Eric Rohmer yet goes well beyond him--into the profound (and certainly very very beautifully written). We're rooting for a comeback, NB--but success seems (as it's done with so so many U.S. artists) to have messed with your head, and attenuated your considerable talent.
Jason and Quincy Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2015
I don't usually write reviews of movies, but I feel compelled to write one for this movie because it was a disappointment. Other reviews had spoke of on screen chemistry and true friendship between the two lead female protagonists, and I was excited to see that. In particular, and in addition, I wanted to see a cool single woman in her thirties with her proverbial sh!# together. This movie does NOT have that. Instead, it has what I previously thought of as a Manic Pixie Dream Girl (MPDG)... I went to Wikipedia to confirm what a MPDG is, and this is not quite that. Specifically, there is not a male love interest... But FWIW there is a person being inspired by Brooke's manic dreams and her loquaciousness. I think one review described Brooke as an interior designer, but she is more of an "internet famous" renaissance woman. I have "internet famous" friends who definitely have their act together, but the -in this case- cliched choice of career seems to be pushing the character toward a blend of unsavory tropes. I really wanted to like this film. I had a love affair with New York, and when I went to visit my friend from college who had "made it," I remember being so impressed by her ability to enjoy that amazing city. I wanted to be inspired to travel... to advance. I wanted to like both of the female protagonists. Instead, I cringed. The other female characters in the story are equally cringe-worthy. (Nicolette and Mamie-Claire) Perhaps the only semi-like-able character was Tony. Maybe there is a meta-point about Woody Allen movies being made here. (Or maybe this is MPDG "grown up" with a little sister.) I am not sure, but I felt that fans of strong female characters should be at least be warned.
Jonathan Hinson Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2021
I generally enjoy Noah Baumbach's films but I have noticed that not everyone shares my view. It is not my favorite of his but I always enjoy Hedwig.
Kr9295 Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2020
I feel every time i watch Greta in movies I'm watching my awkward self in Manhattan. This movie didn't disappoint. Its what I was looking for in a Greta movie - characters that are great human beings with lots of small imperfections, but those imperfections may affect their life in the long run (or may not a all!). i'm looking for more like this. I've watched Francis Ha so many times. Greta is one who knows how to critique herself and her surrounding characters but make you love them as well for who they are.
Amazon Customer Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2016
I've always been intrigued by Noah Baumbach's flicks but usually left a little underwhelmed... that changed with "While We Are Young," which was an improvement, but this is the first I can say I absolutely loved... laugh out loud loved and wanted to (and did) watch it twice. Greta G. is the ultimate trainwreck of a big sister that everyone wishes for, but possibly no one more than someone stuck at stuffy Barnard College. The scene in the bar when an old schoolmate confronts her is just classic -- we feel guilty for loving her but we can't help it -- kind of like Withnail, and if you know who Withnail is, you know just what I mean. Why was this not nominated for anything? Maybe because the final act in Connecticut feels a little imbecilic at times, but despite that, I think this movie will go down in the books as one of Noah's best - unless they only get better...
Michael P. Dempsey Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2017
The story was very nice, but the writing's cheap/obvious execution ruins it. There is a famous saying that originates from Anton Chekhov that is commonly used in film schools: "show don't tell." This picture breaks that simple saying in almost all of its lines, as characters will just randomly blurt out how they feel - all while keeping a neutral look on their face. Baumbach has also made a living out of his quick wit and intellectual humor, but unfortunately in "Mistress America," he decided to throw intellect out the window. There are a few redeeming factors: its Woody Allen-esque use of camera-work, fitting choice of music, and easy to like characters. Though it doesn't live up to his previous films, "Mistress America" should be watched by Baumbach fans. If you don't like him, you won't like this; and if you haven't seen his other work, I recommend you watch that instead.
C. Tarkes Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2016
I've been a volunteer for the Sundance Film Festival for 5 years (2016 will be my 6th year) and I was really bummed out when I didn't get the chance to see this one at the festival. As soon as I could get it here on Amazon, I lept at the chance! It's a wonderful film for anyone who loves Greta Gerwig or "Frances Ha". It's got that same quirky, lovable, curl up with a cuppa something wonderful and spend an evening engrossed in film quality. Lola Kirke is relatable and the changes her character goes through feel like growing up.
Franimal Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2017
I love this movie. I know it’s kind of looked at as a lesser Noah Baumbach (especially as a lesser Frances Ha) but that’s like calling Talenti less than Florentine gelato. It’s probably true, but who cares? That means it’s an 8 instead of a 10. Greta Gerwig is irresistible, the writing is incisive, the send-up of the start of college and the literary societies is a quiet delight. If you like Frances Ha (and of course you do), Mistress America is definitely worth a try. Oh and I guess this matters- the DVD/blu-Ray combo always proves useful, though not as useful as the digital HD code. (Seriously. All DVDs should have this). The extras were negligible.

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A college freshman (Lola Kirke) cures her disappointment and loneliness by allowing herself to be pulled into the wacky schemes of her future stepsister (Greta Gerwig).

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