Title: Nick and Norah's Infinite PlaylistDirector: Peter Sollett
Based on a Novel by: Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
Starring: Michael Cera and Kat Dennings
ISBN: 0-43396-25303-2
Rating: PG 13
Suitable for Ages: Some Material May Not be Suitable for Children Under 13
Production Company: Sony Pictures
Media Type: DVD
Copyright: 2008
Genre: Drama
Reader's Annotation: A tangled web of girl drama, boys, and music in the matter of one night in NYC.
Plot Summary: Norah, the female protagonist, and a girlfriend set out one night to track down their favorite band, Where’s Fluffy?. In order to see Where’s Fluffy? in concert, loyal fans must find clues throughout the city to guide them to the concert venue. Believing they have found the right location, Norah and Caroline wait for the show to start. In the meantime, Norah connects with her classmate's ex-boyfriend Nick and his bandmates. When Where’s Fluffy? never shows up, the girls join Nick and friends to resume their quest for the mysterious band. Funny, unexpected events occur throughout the course of the evening which makes for a night that Nick and Norah will never forget.
Evaluation: (B) This is a creative storyline which incorporates many facets of teen life. Friendships, rivalries, romance, and music have been intertwined to create a story that is relevant and realistic. Even some of the more absurd elements like Caroline meandering around the city alone and completely inebriated seem plausible in a city that never sleeps. Teenagers will enjoy Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist for the story’s applicability to their own lives.
