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The Other Zoey

By Monique Jones, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 13+

Fun, STEM-focused romcom entertains; some swearing.

Movie PG-13 2023 86 minutes
The Other Zoey Movie Poster: Archie Renaux, Josephine Langford, and Drew Starkey pose in front of a university

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If you're a fan of romcoms and young adult films, this is a good option for you. In many ways, The Other Zoey is a standard romcom: It has wild, unrealistic setups, "grand gestures" (as referenced in the film), and big realizations about true love. But there are some interesting twists. For instance, Zoey has a meaningful life working in STEM, which makes her a bit more complex as a character. She has aspirations in the technology field, and even though her app is about coupling, she has goals that aren't focused primarily on being in a relationship. Plus, the film has racially diverse characters, which makes the world seem more realistic and relatable. And with romcom staples like Heather Graham and Andie MacDowell in the cast, The Other Zoey has enough genre clout to stand up next to other, older films. Overall, it's a fun addition to a romcom lover's collection.

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