Comedian Bo Burnham makes his directorial debut with a film that captures the struggles of a teenage girl on the cusp of high school, drawing from his own experiences as a teenager who achieved fame through YouTube. The film follows Kayla, a 13-year-old girl who uses YouTube to express herself, creating advice blogs that hide her true insecurities. Despite her online persona, Kayla is anxious and silent around her peers, preferring to interact with them on social media. The film's use of YouTube videos as a narrative tool provides insight into Kayla's inner thoughts and dreams, making it a relatable and realistic portrayal of adolescence.
Eighth Grade
As she navigates her final days of eighth grade, a timid teenager must confront the challenges of growing up and transitioning into the uncharted world of high school.
