My Girl 1991
“When your Dad's an undertaker, your Mom's in heaven, and your Grandma's got a screw loose...it's good to have a friend who understands you. Even if he is a boy.”
What is My Girl?
"My Girl" is a film centered around the life of Vada Sultenfuss, a young girl who is fascinated with death. Her father operates a funeral parlor, and Vada's mother has passed away.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 27, 1991
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Imagine Entertainment
- Budget
- $17,000,000
- Revenue
- $59,490,000
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
"My Girl" is a film centered around the life of Vada Sultenfuss, a young girl who is fascinated with death. Her father operates a funeral parlor, and Vada's mother has passed away. Vada develops a crush on her English teacher and enrolls in a poetry class over the summer in an attempt to impress him. She is accompanied by her best friend Thomas J., who suffers from a severe allergy to a variety of substances. Thomas J. remains loyal to Vada despite her preoccupations. Vada's father hires a new employee, Shelly, and begins to develop feelings for her, which sets off a chain of events that negatively impacts Vada's life. The story explores themes of love, loss, and relationships through the perspective of a young girl navigating her complicated life.
Should you watch it?
“A young girl navigates love and loss while her dad runs a funeral home.”
- Engaging coming-of-age narrative
- Blend of comedy and drama
- Notable performance by Dan Aykroyd
- The story leans on familiar teen‑romance tropes
Watch it if you enjoy heartfelt coming-of-age stories with a mix of humor and pathos.
Rated PG, the film deals with death and adolescent crushes, making it suitable for older children and teens.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre is "My Girl"?
It is an American coming-of-age romantic comedy-drama.
Who directed the film?
Howard Zieff directed "My Girl".
Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by Laurice Elehwany.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on November 27, 1991 in the US.