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My Old Ass’ Explores Queer Identity and Time Travel

Megan Park's new film uses a unique coming-of-age story to delve into self-discovery and the fluidity of sexuality.

  • The film follows a teenage girl, Elliott, who meets her future self after taking hallucinogens.
  • Elliott, initially confident in her lesbian identity, begins to question her sexuality after meeting a boy named Chad.
  • Director Megan Park aims to depict a less common narrative of queer identity, focusing on self-discovery rather than fixed labels.
  • The movie has resonated with audiences of all ages, highlighting universal themes of time, regret, and personal growth.
  • Starring Maisy Stella and Aubrey Plaza, ‘My Old Ass’ blends humor, nostalgia, and heartfelt moments in a time-travel framework.
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