Young Adult is a comedy-drama film directed by Jason Reitman. Charlize Theron stars as Mavis Gary, a divorced and struggling writer who returns to her hometown with the intention of rekindling a romance with her high school sweetheart. The movie explores themes of nostalgia, self-delusion, and the struggles of adulthood. Theron's performance as the flawed and complex Mavis is both hilarious and heartbreaking. Young Adult is a darkly funny and poignant film that showcases Theron's versatility as an actress.