Rushmore (1998)

Name: Rushmore
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1998-12-11
Duration: 93 min
Cast: Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, Olivia Williams, Seymour Cassel, Brian Cox

"Love. Expulsion. Revolution."

Movie · 1998 · 1h 33m · Released · Rated R · Comedy, Drama

BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a quirky comedy-drama that blends humor with a bit of heartfelt awkwardness, Rushmore is a great pick. The story follows Max, an ambitious teenager who falls for a new first-grade teacher at his prep school and enlists the help of a grown man to win her over. Things get messy when that man also starts to pursue her, turning friends into rivals. Jason Schwartzman and Bill Murray bring a lot of charm to their roles, making the film feel both funny and a little bittersweet. It’s a movie that captures the awkwardness of young love and complicated friendships in a way that’s both entertaining and relatable. At just over an hour and a half, it’s an easy watch that leaves you thinking about the messy, funny side of growing up. If you like films with a mix of wit and heart, this one’s worth your time.

Synopsis

When a beautiful first-grade teacher arrives at a prep school, she soon attracts the attention of an ambitious teenager named Max, who quickly falls in love with her. Max turns to the father of two of his schoolmates for advice on how to woo the teacher. However, the situation soon gets complicated when Max's new friend becomes involved with her, setting the two pals against one another in a war for her attention.