The Adventures of Sebastian Cole

A gentle, meandering coming-of-age story with a bittersweet edge, anchored by an unexpectedly tender step-parent relationship.

Directed by

Tod Williams

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Starring

Adrian Grenier, Clark Gregg, Aleksa Palladino

Tagline

A movie about sex, rebellion and a stepfather named Henrietta.

Overview

Hank marries the divorced Joan, who's the mother of teens Sebastian and Jessica. After living with his new family for years, Hank announces that he's getting a sex change operation. The family deserts Hank, with Jessica going her own way and Sebastian staying with his mom. But Joan becomes an alcoholic, so Sebastian moves back in with Hank — now Henrietta — who turns out to be far more supportive than anyone else.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, earnest and light. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, family, coming-of-age, isolation

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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