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<strong>Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult"</strong> © 2011 Paramount Pictures and Mercury Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.<br /><br />The latest film from director Jason Reitman, known for his warm yet incisive portrayals of modern society in films like "Juno" and "Up in the Air," is "Young Adult," released on February 25th. Starring Charlize Theron, the highly anticipated film humorously explores the theme of "what is true happiness?"
<strong>Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult"</strong> © 2011 Paramount Pictures and Mercury Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.<br /><br />In this film, Charlize Theron plays Mavis Gary, a self-proclaimed author (actually a ghostwriter) who is divorced, has no boyfriend, and finds solace in alcohol, all while writing "Young Adult" novels for teenagers. She's on the verge of being a loser, and her painfully awkward situation will surely make you laugh out loud. Yet, a nagging question arises: can we truly laugh at her?
<strong>Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult"</strong> © 2011 Paramount Pictures and Mercury Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.<br /><br />Mavis, played by Charlize Theron, is a somewhat awkward woman who returns to her hometown to rekindle a relationship with her ex-boyfriend, who is married with children, causing a major stir. What is the state she reaches when she can no longer escape the truth?──?" title="g_4" data-src="/galleries/images/000/071/170/medium/f9f70828-afc0-4ba2-9461-540dd93066dd.jpg">
<strong>Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult"</strong> Charlize Theron had been away from acting for a while. Returning to the screen after a three-year hiatus with this film, she reflects, "It was the best experience." She brilliantly portrays the inner thoughts of modern women who must navigate life on their own. Here, she discusses the film "Young Adult."
<strong>Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult"</strong> © 2011 Paramount Pictures and Mercury Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.<br /><br />"Jason says, 'Watching a movie is like looking in a mirror at yourself,' and I agree. It shows you your flaws, the parts you don't want to see. That's why I think Mavis is relatable to the audience, especially women."── Charlize Theron" title="g_3" data-src="/galleries/images/000/071/172/medium/b01d0601-f175-452d-a02f-2140a496f8cd.jpg">
<strong>Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult"</strong> © 2011 Paramount Pictures and Mercury Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.<br /><br />"For example, her little lies, her constant envy of the 'grass being greener,' her way of telling others her life is wonderful. Her actions are extreme, but there's a truth in them that many women can relate to. Of course, there's also loneliness. She's very lonely, though she never admits it. Everyone experiences loneliness. This film contains elements that resonate with many people."── Charlize Theron" title="g_6" data-src="/galleries/images/000/071/173/medium/24b023f2-0b93-4e1c-9192-b505c6f28bc7.jpg">
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Oscar Winner Charlize Theron on the Film "Young Adult" Gallery

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