An Education

"An Education" is a coming of age film with talented actors, including Rosamund Pike, but is criticised frequently for being too predictable. Although the film presents the 16-year-old character as the smartest in the movie, it seems to argue that teenagers are too innocent to make moral decisions, and it simplistically seems to suggest that a dull and work-oriented life is better than an adventurous and active participation in life. The movie has elements of humor, and Carrie Mulligan's performance is praised as a captivating and genuine portrayal of a teenager searching for sophistication. The supporting cast is noted to be good without being overplayed, and the director is appreciated for their understated approach to the production technicalities.