Watch The Get Together

The Get Together is a 2020 movie that follows the intertwined stories of a group of twenty-something friends as they navigate through life, relationships, and career aspirations. The film is set in Austin, Texas, and follows a single night's events as these friends attend a party where they encounter different situations that stir their emotions and relationships.

The main character, August, played by Alejandro Rose-Garcia, is a struggling musician who seems to be losing his way in the music industry. His insecurities are heightened when his ex-girlfriend, Sonya, played by Johanna Braddy, arrives at the party dressed to impress with her new boyfriend, the posh and confident Chip (Jovan Adepo). August's depression and self-doubts manifest their way throughout the party and drive him to act out of character with Sonya.

One of August's best friends, Owen (Jacob Artist), is an aspiring actor who is planning to move to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams. However, his plans get disrupted by the sudden appearance of his manipulative ex-girlfriend, Hannah (Courtney Parchman), who threatens to be the undoing of his career ambitions.

Meanwhile, we meet another group of friends who are grappling with their own issues. Nadine (Chase Joliet) is an ambitious young executive who is struggling to come to terms with a recent personal loss. She finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the charming and enigmatic Winston (Joe LoCicero) at the party. Nadine's best friend, Gabbi (Gelareh Mhamedi), is also present, dealing with her own insecurities and anxieties, particularly concerning her dating life and the societal expectations put on women.

As the party night progresses, this group of friends confronts their fears and insecurities, confront their past and present relationships, and try to figure out their futures while struggling to maintain their friendships.

The Get Together, which was directed by Will Bakke and written by Aaron Burns, is a heartwarming and relatable movie that explores a range of contemporary problems that many young adults face in their quest for happiness and purpose. Its ability to sympathetically portray, with a high level of authenticity, the struggles faced by young adulthood, is something that will resonate with many viewers. The film's themes of the various issues people face in romantic relationships, social circles, and the everyday world are explored through an enjoyable, easy-to-follow storyline.

The characters are well-carved and are relatable, which makes it easy to root for them, even when they are making bad decisions or dealing with challenging situations. The film's pacing is slow, allowing the characters and the story to evolve naturally, and it feels very genuine. The film also offers many funny moments allowing you to laugh out loud while making you feel connected with the troubles of these characters.

Overall, The Get Together is a movie that captures the complexities of modern-day relationships and the challenges young adults face while trying to find their way to adulthood. The film's honesty, humor, and well-developed characters make it a must-watch for anyone who has ever felt lost or unsure of the path they were on. Although the movie is set against the backdrop of an Austin weekend party scene, it's universal setbacks will translate to those of any city or country making it relatable to many young adults.

The Get Together is a 2021 comedy. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.9.