""In 1987 James Brennan''s dreams of a summer European tour before studying at an Ivy League school in New York City are ruined after his parents have a severe career setback. As a result James must get a summer job to cover his upcoming expenses at the decrepit local amusement park Adventureland where he falls in love with a witty co-worker Emily Lewin. In that bizarrely shady workplace the young carnies have unforgettable and painful learning experiences about life love and trust while James discovers what he truly values.""