There’s no doubt that 13 Going on 30 is one of the funniest family-friendly rom-coms to watch. Even over 20 years after its release, the film remains a beloved classic (and a prime example of how to be “thirty, flirty and thriving”). Despite the continued love the film gets, the children of its star, Jennifer Garner, have had a very different shared experience with the fantasy flick. Garner recently explained how her movie led to some “tortured years” for the kids.
Garner previously said filming 13 Going on 30 was one of the “happiest” parts of her life, which I can totally understand. However, she recently revealed on Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce that she actually hadn’t seen her iconic movie since its 2004 premiere and could use a rewatch. On the other hand, that can't be said for her children, who've had to screen the film under some less-than-ideal circumstances. Garner said:
