Back in the Day

Back in the Day

Sometimes in order to move forward...you have to go back

R 2014 · 94 min · ★ 4.7 · Comedy

Sometimes in order to move forward, you have to go back. And in this raunchy comedy, Jim Owens does just that when he heads home for his high school reunion. In an attempt to relive the glory days with his boys and explore an old romance, he nearly destroys his hometown and friendships.

Directed by Michael Rosenbaum · Written by Michael Rosenbaum

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