Newness (2017)

Synopsis

In contemporary Los Angeles, two millennials navigating a social media–driven hookup culture begin a relationship that pushes both emotional and physical boundaries.

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Where to watch

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Cast

• Nicholas Hoult as Martin Hallock
• Laia Costa as Gabi Silva
• Danny Huston as Larry Bejerano
• Courtney Eaton as Blake Beeson
• Matthew Gray Gubler as Paul
• Pom Klementieff as Bethany
• David Selby as Artie Hallock
• Amanda Serra as Jeannie Hallock
• Jessica Henwick as Joanne
• Albert Hammond Jr. as Roland

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• Blue Film
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• After Everything
• Below Her Mouth
• Original Sin
• The Rookie
• The Doors
• Mammal

BingeNext's take

If you're into thoughtful romance films that explore modern relationships, Newness is a great pick. Set in contemporary Los Angeles, it follows two millennials as they navigate the ups and downs of a social media-driven hookup culture, which makes the story feel really relevant and fresh. Nicholas Hoult and Laia Costa bring a lot of heart to their roles, making you feel the emotional and physical challenges their characters face. The film runs just under two hours, which is enough time to get invested without feeling dragged out. Watching it feels like a quiet, intimate look at love in the digital age, perfect for anyone who enjoys dramas that dig into real-life relationship struggles without being overly dramatic. If you liked movies like After Everything or Original Sin, this one will probably resonate with you too.