Title: Struck by Lightning
Year: 2012
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Chris Colfer, Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Hyland, Allison Janney, Christina Hendricks
Description: A lightning bolt of dark humor and teenage angst, "Struck by Lightning" isn't your typical coming-of-age story. Instead of a heartwarming journey, it delivers a darkly comedic, brutally honest portrayal of adolescent ambition and the messy realities of high school life. Through Carson Phillips' cynical narration, we witness a poignant exploration of self-discovery, fueled by a desperate desire for legacy – even if that legacy is forged in the fires of posthumous publication. Director Brian Dannelly masterfully crafts a world both absurd and achingly relatable, capturing the unique blend of cynicism and vulnerability inherent in the teenage experience. The film's unflinching look at class disparities and the pressures faced by ambitious students resonates long after the credits roll. It's a dark comedy that stings with truth, a must-see for anyone who's ever felt misunderstood or desperately craved significance.