
Y2K
dir. Kyle Mooney
50
7 sourcesSynopsis
Two high school nobodies make the decision to crash the last major celebration before the new millennium on New Year's Eve 1999. The night becomes even crazier than they could have ever dreamed when the clock strikes midnight.
Critics consensus
Y2K earns points for ambition and sheer audacity, even if it struggles to keep the laughs coming while maintaining a messy tonal blend.
What resonated with audiences
'Y2K' offers a nostalgic blend of late 90s teen comedy and sci-fi horror, with mixed opinions on its execution. Praised for its satirical take on Y2K fears and strong performances by Jaeden Martell and Julian Dennison, it also faces criticism for inconsistent tone, weak character development, and a predictable plot. The film's reliance on 90s references is seen as both appealing and limiting, with technical aspects receiving varied feedback. Overall, 'Y2K' is an entertaining yet flawed film that captures the era's spirit but struggles with coherence and execution.

Directed byKyle Mooney
StarringJaeden Martell, Rachel Zegler, Julian Dennison, Daniel Zolghadri, Lachlan Watson, Fred Durst
Written byEvan Winter, Kyle Mooney
CinematographyBill Pope
EditingDavid Marks
MusicSaunder Jurriaans
Y2K
2024 · R · 1h 31m
Science Fiction, Horror, Comedy
Two high school nobodies make the decision to crash the last major celebration before the new millennium on New Year's Eve 1999. The night becomes even crazier than they could have ever dreamed when the clock strikes midnight.
Our Verdict
50
'Y2K' offers a nostalgic blend of late 90s teen comedy and sci-fi horror, with mixed opinions on its execution. Praised for its satirical take on Y2K fears and strong performances by Jaeden Martell and Julian Dennison, it also faces criticism for inconsistent tone, weak character development, and a predictable plot. The film's reliance on 90s references is seen as both appealing and limiting, with technical aspects receiving varied feedback. Overall, 'Y2K' is an entertaining yet flawed film that captures the era's spirit but struggles with coherence and execution.
Critics Consensus
Y2K earns points for ambition and sheer audacity, even if it struggles to keep the laughs coming while maintaining a messy tonal blend.
