Juno

I finally saw Juno. I liked it very much and want to see it again so I can figure out exactly what I think. It was not what I expected. I had heard it was about a normal, popular, fun teenage girl that happens to get pregnant. It is about an offbeat, popular with her small circle, intelligent in a way that may not easily be recognized by teachers, girl, that happens to get pregnant. The way she deals with the pregnancy and how it deals with her is the story. It is not a movie that I would recommend to everyone--I know many people that would be put off by the language. It has very little actual "swearing," but the language is sometimes crude and often flippant about sacred things. That said, it also has a lot of beauty. I love the characerization of Juno's parents. They are a bit nutty and certainly not what I ever aspired to be as a parent, but they love her and support her in amazing ways. I will watch this movie again.