Sunday, September 18, 2011

Boys to Men

I didn't see the movie Kick-Ass when it first came out, so when I finally caught it on DVD, I was incredibly amused by the premise and the execution of the whole production. I Googled the characters, particularly the lead actor Aaron Johnson, and found out that the 21-year-old is engaged to a woman 23 years his senior. They first started dating when he was 19, and she, 42. They are awaiting the birth of their second child. The Ashton-Demi age difference obviously pales in comparison here.

In general, I have no issues with chasmic age gaps between people in romantic relationships. But 23 years? Really? So, she was 23 years old when he was born? I am ashamed to say that I am bothered by it, but there, I said it. I guess this makes me uncool.

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