Jennifer Lawrence stars in a new comedy that reinvents the teen-sex comedy genre popularized in the 1980s by films like "Weird Science" and "Risky Business." The film, set on Long Island, follows Maddie, a charismatic but financially struggling young woman portrayed by Lawrence. Desperate for money, Maddie accepts an unusual job from wealthy helicopter parents, Laird and Allison Becker, played by Matthew Broderick and Laura Benanti respectively. The Beckers hire Maddie to help their socially awkward son, played by Andrew Barth Feldman, navigate his first sexual experience.
The story explores themes of class and social expectations through Maddie’s interactions with the Beckers and their son. While the premise risks leaning into outdated stereotypes, Lawrence’s performance is noted for bringing depth and charm to the role, preventing the character from falling into cliché.
With a runtime of 103 minutes, the film offers a modern take on a familiar genre, blending humor with a contemporary sensibility around coming-of-age and sexual agency.
