The high concept here is taking the typical coming-of-age American comedy but playing it with three rather young Sixth Graders, and their sweary misunderstandings or complete ignorance of sex, drugs and their perceptions of adulthood fuel the film. A lot of the gags - and there are many - do land effectively, from their outrageous ignorance of sex toys to a simple running gag about their inability to open childproof pots, and the three young leads have an earnestness and chemistry that engages the viewer. Many reviews refer to Good Boys as a Junior Superbad - which is largely apt - but it also channels other comedies, and the spirit of American Pie and Project X is felt here; even the freeway-crossing sequence from Bowfinger is shamelessly replicated with a good pay-off. Ultimately, Good Boys is rather sweet, silly and forgettable, but a few laughs are to be had along the way.
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