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    Written September 29, 2012

    If I'm being honest with myself...

    by em.henn

    The beginning of the movie was great. It was all set up very well.
    The Sam and Charlie relationship was confused on screen. Instead of a senior-freshmen friendship and crush situation that evolved into something more (like the book) it was more of a flirtation throughout the whole film than ended in a full blown relationship.
    The end felt rushed. Craig cheating wasn't brought to light with the drama that was necessary to awaken Sam and make her really see Charlie as an option.
    Charlie's breakdown at the end was post-coital? That seemed a bit strange to me, especially for an abuse victim.

    Differences from the book aside, the movie was decent. Most moments are captured perfectly, but the ending was too rushed for it to feel like a great film.

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    Written September 21, 2012

    And In That Moment I Swear I Was Infinite

    by nycgirl223

    This is one of the best books I have read and this movie was the best adaptation that it could possibly be. I loved it! This movie will make you laugh and cry. I just can't even put into words how good this was and how everybody should go see it so this movie can change your life like the book changed mine.

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    Written September 25, 2012

    Better than the book

    by NYPerson1

    I thought the book was a little too cute and contrived. But, on the screen, the story really opens up and all of the actors give solid performances. I almost didn't recognize Joan Cusack--who doesn't get nearly enough work.

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    Written September 27, 2012

    Best Book to Movie

    by mrs.capt.kirk51

    This was a great movie, a wonderful coming of age story. It is one of the best book to movie adaptations I have ever seen, probably due to the author of the book also being the screen writer and director. I think the movie was well cast and the actors were spot on. I recommend this to anyone who has ever felt alone in the world. I really can't say enough good about this movie.

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    Written September 22, 2012

    Great Movie! Great Performances.

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    I just saw the movie today and it was very well put together. Everyone?s performances where top notch and very genuine. Some of the situations in the book where presented very subtlety for the film or unsaid. Stephen Chbosky just let the dialog and the natural camaraderie developed during the filming drive this movie; this is very evident.

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    Written September 30, 2012

    the perks of being a wallflower

    by carterdonna55

    Really good movie which has some really fun moments along with some very emotionally
    charged scenes. This movie covers a lot of material. I was rather surprised with some of
    the material covered.

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    Written September 28, 2012

    Infinite

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    infinite... that's what this movie will be. A new cult classic! Charlies journey to find himself is a wonderful uplifting struggle against the days of high school i was instantly transported to the days i both hated and loved. Go see it with a good friend

    • 74 out of 142 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 31, 2012

    A Wallflower to beat all Wallflowers!

    by Calylily

    Bravo! Great movie making in a generation that struggles with it. Ezra Miller . . . so glad to see him again after slamming it in the movie City Island! I knew I was bound to see him again . . . with talent like that, who wouldn't!! He led this movie to greatness and not without performances by Logan Lerman and of course Emma Watson. And, like them, Ezra has "It" - something that no matter what, even if you are good actor, if you do not have "It" you cannot succeed. Ezra just happens to have it in buckets! Great movie - Bravo!!

    • 7 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 2, 2012

    Brilliant

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    Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, and Ezra Miller were perfectly cast -- Logan and Emma had me fighting back tears in the end and others were crying. The book itself has been my favorite for YEARS, but Stephen Chbosky brought his book to life in a magnificent way. I cannot wait until it comes out on DVD. The Perks of Being a Wallflower was funny, cute, heartbreaking, and definitely a must-see. Thank you to everyone involved for making my favorite book into my new favorite movie!

    • 40 out of 74 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 4, 2012

    So much more than a typical teen-angst romcom

    by javamage

    This film is amazing. My daughter and I were expecting a more typical teen romantic comedy and were really floored by it. One of the best films I've seen in many years.

    • 6 out of 7 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.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 20, 2012

    Happy To Be Standing On The Wall

    by ninazudjinn

    This is a movie for anyone who has ever felt odd, alone, or misunderstood, for anyone who has ever had grief, pain, trauma, or hardship in their lives. The performances in this movie are top notch. The underlying subject matter is absolutely powerful. This movie is about the connections in our lives. . . those that we desperately need as well as those that harm us. Anyone who has ever felt that they view the world in a unique way will surely relate to this movie. Anyone who has ever sought out a true friend will be touched by the story - so bring your tissues. If you are an intellectual, a romantic, or an outcast - you will love it! It certainly resonated with me.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 10, 2012

    Excellent

    by paulmaty

    Just a great movie about the harsh reality of growing up and highschool, popularity and the potential to survive without totally compromising to the cliques in life. Would have liked to have seen a movie like this when I was that age. A definite must see for all young in the school experience.......and everyone else too. Poingnant messages in this one.

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    Written September 30, 2012

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    by khaggart

    Anyone who has ever stood against the gym wall during a school dance will relate to this movie. I loved it - I was honestly surprised at how good it was. The characters were perfectly cast and the entire movie was very real. I say it's a "must go"!

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    Written October 1, 2012

    Great Movie

    by nada21

    I was a bit skeptical about this movie because its solely about teenagers but after watching it I realized that any age group can take something from this film. It takes you through the lives of different individuals so beautifully. It helps you realize that you need to deal with the past hurts before you can be where you are meant to be. I really loved this film!

    • 9 out of 13 found this review helpful.
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