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    Written October 9, 2012

    Perks of Being a Wallflower

    by jenanleila

    Heartbreakingly tender story of the almost unbearable pain and ecstasy of being a teenager - especially resonant for those carrying into teenhood a heavy emotional load from childhood. If you are past teenhood, it will bring you straight back. Beautifully written, acted, and directed. See it, see it, see it!

    • 8 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 2, 2012

    The Perks of Being a Wallflower

    by Siri_Moo

    This movie is one that will stick with me for a very long time. Memorable characters that many of us can relate to and excellent portrayals by the actors involved. I've seen this film 3 times already and I could watch it again. I haven't read the book yet, but I plan to soon.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 19, 2012

    Well worth seeing.

    by atnfan

    An excellent movie with moving, nuanced performances by the lead actors. I found myself engaged and actually caring about what happens to the main characters. The film deftly handled the troubling issue of child abuse and the subsequent emotional scars left behind. Anyone who has ever felt that they didn't quite fit in will find some character to identify with.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written September 29, 2012

    The Perks of Being a Wallflower

    by windsurgeon

    Feel good movie about the trials of teenage life, and being on the fringe.Watson and Miller do a very good job. Leeman's role is tough.....but he pulls it off with a solid performance. Extensive, varied soundtrack with some good tunes which are not necessarily chart-toppers. Good message for life. Enjoyed the movie.

    • 68 out of 132 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 19, 2012

    Go, go and go, share the love, learn from this...so many

    by setmedic

    Have experienced this and MORE, so how being bullied can be tuff and molested(by a close relative, not by a dirty old man with a bag of candy). Take friends, NOT for young kids. Enjoy

    • 7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 31, 2012

    Quirky Movie

    by sirbosk1

    The only reason i went to this movie and I had to go out of my way to do it, was to see Emma Watson. She made the movie worth it. It was a pretty strange movie, overall. A movie about a despirately confused boy who finds help and friendship that helps him through some pretty horrible challenges in his life.

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 15, 2012

    Unbelievable..

    by Supersonic7

    From start to finish it is evident that "Perks" doesn't try to be some huge, over-produced, money hungry monster. It was made for those who are in love with the book, and it is an excellent portrayal.

    • 6 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 18, 2012

    Not exactly "Breakfast Club" for 21st Century

    by Midnight Movie Mama

    This was a great coming of age movie for high school misfits; the not really seen but always in the outside looking in. The subject matter is very dark and somewhat disturbing. But overall, the movie presented the subject matter in a realistic manner and over all the movie was enjoyable.

    • 6 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 8, 2012

    Better than the book

    by jessicaelizabethjack

    I took my husband to see it for his birthday ( its one of his favorite books) and he is still trying to decide which he likes better. Charlie is perfect and Emma as Sam is pretty great too. She was really good and I wasn't thinking where's Harry the whole time. Such a great movie. You won't be disappointed.

    • 6 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written September 23, 2012

    This movie reminded me how painful high school was!

    by pedsarq

    We were all awkward freshmen and cool seniors once upon a time. This movie nails the high school experience and will bring back some wonderfully painful memories. There's plenty of music, partying, first-time sex, and abuse in this movie. Go see it because you'll get to relive some of those experience while watching a terrifically crafted film.

    • 15 out of 26 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 8, 2012

    Beautiful Depiction of the Book

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    This movie was perfect. I'm so happy I got to see it and that the author directed it. It was so beautiful it brought me to tears, just like the novel did. I'm sure i'm going to go see it again. I'm still thinking about it. I loved it. Please go, I reccomend reading the book first; but definitely a must see...

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 26, 2012

    Amazing Illustration of Adolescence

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    I knew very little about this movie before seeing it, but it sounded interesting so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm glad I did.

    This is one of the most REAL movies I've seen about teen life. From the opening moment, I identified completely with Charlie. I remembered well the painful days of being a high school misfit and all the drama that comes with being an adolescent.

    The plot and characterization is wonderful and I loved the story within the story about Charlie's past and what's bothering him. The use of flashback to gradually reveal what's going on allowed us to break down along with Charlie and really experience his inner world. The film also had a good balance of humor despite its overall darkness. The theme's overall theme about the importance of self-esteem and love make it not only a powerful film but also an uplifting one.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 9, 2012

    Daddy daughter date night

    by ssivak

    took my 15 year old to what I thought was going to be another mindless teenage high school flick. GREAT surprise! Funny, heartwarming, and terrific acting. Highly recommend!

    • 10 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 10, 2012

    MUST SEE ABSOLUTELY PERFECT.

    by cehadlock

    This movie was so good. Absolutely AMAZING.
    Logan Lerman was THE PERFECT Charlie!!
    Emma Watson was OUTSTANDING,
    and Ezra was HYSTERICAL!!!
    MY NEW FAVORITE MOVIE- GO SEE IT!!!!

    • 6 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 29, 2012

    And in that Moment...I Swear, we Were Infinent

    by aagilea95

    This movie is for everyone. Almost every teen in this world could relate to this movie, it's inspiring and helps everyone (even adults) in a problem or issue they faces. The acting is awesome and this movie deserves rewards.

    • 4 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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