From 13, Jena magically turns 30. It has always been her wish but as time goes on, Jena realizes that being an adult isn't necessarily all it's cracked up to be.
A film whose far-fetched foundation is overshadowed by the endearing story.
Washington Post
April 23, 2004
If 13 Going on 30 isn't exactly original, it's still reasonably cool, thanks to Garner's uninhibited portrayal of a nerd trapped in a Sex and the City body, and to the inspired casting of Mark Ruffalo as the grown-up Matt.
eFilmCritic.com
July 23, 2007
A radiant woman looking like she's having the time of her life makes up for a lot of inconsistencies.