The Perks of Being a Wallflower

2012 • 102 minutes
4.5
654 reviews
85%
Tomatometer
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About this movie

A funny and touching coming-of-age story based on the beloved best-selling novel by Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a modern classic that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up. - The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Artwork & Supplementary Materials © 2012 Summit Entertainment, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Ratings and reviews

4.5
654 reviews
BiB
January 7, 2014
It seems like two different movies about half way through. There's the story about the crazy awesome friends that Charlie finds, but after maybe one dance and one other crazy thing, they don't seem crazy at all! The film starts of with characters that are too good to be true, and then changes over into a sad story about the main character! Although the film is a bit muddled up, I'd still say these 'two films' are both very good! A must watch.
Josh Crowe
September 21, 2013
Honestly, I could not love a film anymore than I do this one. It truly relates to a student's perspectives during high school - especially that of a withdrawn teenager - with the stereotypical "Popular Kids", "Unpopular Kids" and everyone in-between.
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Hannan
February 18, 2020
As always, the movie adaptations aren't as good as the books. Bit disappointed, because it left so many scenes out, but I still loved it. The book is definitely sadder than the movie, but I still cried a bit. Favourite character was Patrick. Ezra Miller plays him well, and the movie is so emotional. It will touch your heart.