Kevin Smith’s latest film, ‘The 40-Year-Old Version,’ is a semi-autobiographical tale of a middle-aged director dealing with a midlife crisis. The film, which Smith wrote, directed, and stars in, follows Radina Haught (Smith), a struggling playwright and director who feels she’s past her prime. When she’s passed over for a directing gig, she decides to reinvent herself as a rapper. The film explores themes of aging, creativity, and self-worth. Smith’s direction is solid, and Haught’s journey is both funny and poignant. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and is now available on Netflix.
