
Reviews — Accepted
Audience write-ups from TMDB
The Movie Mob
It's hard to overstate how delightfully absurd and enjoyable Accepted is; it’s a wonderfully silly comedy and a complete distraction from reality. The movie works because its central idea – that students invent a college to hide their rejection from their families – is completely outlandish. The film embraces this silliness wholeheartedly, delivering a consistently entertaining experience. Before they became major…
rsanek
It’s not particularly memorable, though it doesn't really cause any harm either.
Kamurai
It’s a really enjoyable film that I plan to watch again and would suggest others check out. I must have seen this movie numerous times; it’s likely among my all-time favorites. The story starts with a strange idea—the need to attend college—and then poses the question of what becomes of those who are capable but don't get accepted: they forge their own path, in a literal sense. The very notion behind this kind …
Gimly
It's a fantastic film to watch when you’re feeling rough, even though I can understand why some people wouldn’t enjoy it. It isn't typically the kind of movie I go for, but _Accepted_ just clicks with me somehow. Final rating:★★★½ - I enjoyed it quite a bit and think it’s worth checking out.
YouShouldKnow
The core concept really resonated with me. While it’s true the movie employs familiar tropes—as most films do—and is heightened and exaggerated, it still delves into a thought-provoking notion. We're often taught to adhere to specific routes in life, and those who deviate risk being labeled or excluded. What would happen if there were an institution of learning where individuality was accepted rather than discoura…


