Reviews

Is it exactly like the books? No. Is it waaaaaaay better than the movies at capturing the plot and messaging of the books? 100% no contest. The acting is fantastic! I just finished watching episode 5, and these kids had me in tears. The three leads really showed their ability in this one, esp. Walker and Leah (if you've watched ep. 5 you know which scene I'm talking about!) The changes that have been made are necessary for a show format. You can't have everything, and sometimes stuff has to change. For the most part, they have been amazingly accurate, more than most book to show/movie adaptations. Plus, the changes make it more interesting for book readers! Can't wait for the rest of the season, and for many more seasons after!

A must watch for anyone from Pittsburgh! The Burgh actually feels like a character in this movie. Truly an amazing film to see, especially when paired with a Q&A with the film-making team. Saw it at Film Pittsburgh's Three Rivers Film Festival!

The poignant message of acceptance and living your truth is beautifully paired with a hilarious cast. Some moments had me cracking up, while others brought tears to my eyes. The acting is excellent, though the child actor is a bit raw (as expected from a 12-year-old in their first proper role). I'm looking forward to recommending this film to everyone I know! Go see this movie!