Dubbed as this year's Little Miss Sunshine, Juno is the story of a pregnant teenager’s struggle to prepare for a future that is only nine months away. Even though watching this film may sound like a heavy experience, the acting and dialogue is light, witty and effervescent, which all go some way towards explaining why Juno is being touted as a worldwide smash-hit.
It stars Ellen Page (Hard Candy, 2005) as central character Juno, and Michael Cera (Superbad, 2007) as father-to-be Paulie. Cameos include those of Jennifer Garner; one half of a couple desperately-seeking-spawn, and Rainn Wilson (Office USA, 2005-07) as Rollo the shop keeper. Trailers and teasers tell us to expect a film packed full of comedy, but with deeply developed characters.
Juno is said to be this year's Little Miss Sunshine because it's being aired for free, ahead of the cinema release, on US movie channels. The move is expected to generate increased interest through word-of-mouth recommendations, the same marketing route that proved so successful for Little Miss Sunshine.
Juno is set for general cinema release in the UK on Friday February 8 2008. Look out for NG Magazine's review of this highly anticipated film.
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