It seems like there has been this wave of movies starring Leslie Mann that has coincided within a 5-10 year span with my age and milestones in life. It started with “Knocked Up” which I absolutely loved and watched repeatedly. Then I got pregnant and watched the movie again with an entirely different perspective and appreciation. Then she did “This is 40” and although I’m not 40 yet, I am nearing that milestone and feel I can watch that movie understanding the complexities and realities of a woman nearing 40. Her latest film, “Blockers,” is about being a parent and having some issues when your child grows up and becomes an adult…whether it be high school graduation, prom or losing one’s virginity (or in the case of this movie, all of this happening in one night). “Blockers” is definitely a comedy and a consistently funny one but it also has heart. It addresses the dreaded reality for all parents, as tough as it is to be parents and to raise children, the toughest part of it may be when they leave the nest. The moment when we can breathe a sigh of relief for a job well done and then cry for what is gone.

Grade: B+