... "Superbad" isn't perfect. But it's super close.

Superbad is a movie about partying and getting wasted and getting the girl, but as the night wears on, much wisdom is gained too, about self, friendship and the end of teenage innocence in all its wondrous, terrifying splendor.

Honest goodwill, fond observational detail and Greg Mottola's exuberant direction make the picture nigh on irresistible, but there are some missteps.

The best of all of that era’s comedies, and one of the funniest teen movies ever" (25th anniversary)