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Going On 30

		Directed by Gary Winick Writing credits ( WGA) Josh Goldsmith (written by) & Cathy Yuspa (written by)	Brand New Authentic U.S. Region 1 U.S. Factory Sealed Free Shipping

Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance / Fantasy

Tagline: For some, 13 feels like it was just yesterday. For Jenna, it was.

Plot Outline:
After Jenna Rink's 13th birthday party where her friend Lucy plays a cruel prank on her, she promptly makes a wish that she could skip adolescence and be 30. With the help of some wish dust given to her by her unpopular best friend Matty, her wish comes true. She wakes up to find that her 13-year-old self is now inhabiting the body--and life--of a 30-year-old, high-powered, New York magazine editor. Frightened by her new adult life, Jenna (Jennifer Garner) seeks the help of Matty (Mark Ruffalo), but he hasn't spoken to her since high school. Unfortunately, as she uncovers the details of the time she skipped, she learns that perhaps she hasn't made the best decisions. Similar to the 1988 Tom Hanks vehicle BIG, 13 GOING ON 30 benefits from the undeniable appeal of Garner, who amusingly exudes the awkwardness and energy of a teenager. Meanwhile copious '80s pop culture references, an energetic soundtrack, and vibrant colors provide instant, foolproof nostalgia. Director Gary Winick (TADPOLE) has crafted an undeniably fun picture for any age or gender.

User Comments: Charming - Funny - "Well Worth" the Ticket Price!

Cast overview, first billed only:
	Jennifer Garner	....	Jenna Rink
	Mark Ruffalo	....	Matt Flamhaff
	Judy Greer	....	Lucy Wyman
	Andy Serkis	....	Richard Kneeland
	Kathy Baker	....	Bev Rink
	Phil Reeves	....	Wayne Rink
	Samuel Ball	....	Alex Carlson
	Marcia DeBonis	....	Arlene
	Christa B. Allen	....	Young Jenna
	Sean Marquette	....	Young Matt
	Kiersten Warren	....	Trish Sackett
	Joe Grifasi	....	Mr. Flamhaff
	Mary Pat Gleason	....	Mrs. Flamhaff
	Susan Egan	....	Tracy Hansen
	Lynn Collins	....	Wendy

Also Known As: Suddenly 30 (Australia)
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for some sexual content and brief drug references.
Runtime: 98 min
Country: USA
Language: English
Color: Color
Sound Mix: DTS / Dolby Digital / SDDS
Certification: Argentina:Atp / Australia:PG / Brazil:12 / Chile:TE / Finland:S / Germany:o.Al. / Iceland:L / Ireland:12 / Malaysia:(Banned) / Netherlands:AL / Norway:A / Philippines:PG-13 / Portugal:M/12 / Singapore:PG / Switzerland:7 (canton of Geneva) / Switzerland:7 (canton of Vaud) / UK:12A / USA:PG-13
Trivia: In Australia, the title was changed to "Suddenly 30" because distributors thought audiences would misunderstand the original title.
Goofs: Anachronisms: In 1987, Matt shares his Razzles candy with Jenna, but the package is blue. In 1987, Razzles packages were white.
Quotes:
[ first lines]
Boy: Move it, dorkus.
Awards: 10 nominations

User Comments:
Charming - Funny - "Well Worth" the Ticket Price!, 10 April 2004

Just saw the sneak preview in Tampa. Excellent. 8 out of 10! ... It's up there with Reese Witherspoon's Legally Blond and Tom Hanks' BIG. It's a nostalgic romp that'll make anyone with a memory smile. Jennifer Garner sparkles with charisma and sizzles with charm. She's got that whole `girl next door' thing going on, supercharged with a personality that just doesn't quit. There's great chemistry amongst the cast - and all of them makes this light-hearted tale work. The plot - seemingly done to death with `Big', Peggy Sue Gets Married, 18 Again (etc) - turns out to be amazingly fresh. It's funny, light . even logical (as a fairy tale that is) with a simple message for us all. "Be nice. Do the right thing. And live to be happy." It'll pull the audiences (aged 8 to 80), make a ton of money for the producers and keep Garner's, Ruffalo's and Winick's phone ringing for some time to come. Curmudgeons and violence addicts will do well to sit this one out. Great date flick `and' an outstanding family film. If you're looking for a great way to invest 100 minutes of your life, see From 13 to 30..

UPC 043396014213