Orange County

Synopsis

Orange County is a comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan, released in 2002. The story revolves around a high school student, Shaun Brumder, played by Colin Hanks, who dreams of attending Stanford University to become a writer. When a mistake leads to his application being rejected, Shaun embarks on a hilarious journey to secure a spot at the prestigious university. Filled with quirky characters and unexpected twists, Orange County explores themes of ambition, family dynamics, and self-discovery. As Shaun navigates the chaos around him, he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the pursuit of his dreams.

Cast

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  Colin Hanks

  Shaun Brumder

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  Jack Black

  Lance Brumder

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  Schuyler Fisk

  Ashley

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  Catherine O'Hara

  Cindy Beugler

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  John Lithgow

  Bud Brumder

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  Mike White

  Mr. Burke

Reviews

Orange County received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the film for its witty humor and charming performances, others criticized its formulaic plot and lack of depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 47%, citing it as 'an uneven mix of slapstick comedy and shallow observations'. IMDb users rated it 6.2/10, with some praising Colin Hanks' performance as Shaun and the film's lighthearted approach to storytelling. Metacritic scored it 48/100, indicating 'mixed or average reviews'. Overall, Orange County is a decent comedy with moments of brilliance, but falls short of achieving greatness.