The Art of Getting By

The Art of Getting By

6.6IMDb Score
Released:2011-06-17
Duration:83 min
Director:Gavin Wiesen
Actors:Freddie Highmore, Emma Roberts, Michael Angarano, Elizabeth Reaser, Alicia Silverstone
Production:Goldcrest, Atlantic Pictures, Gigi Films

Overview:

George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.

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