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I watched it with my 13yr old, and found it funny, light hearted, and cuter then I thought from the trailers. I recomend it for a family movie night. This movie is great. It really is a new version of Ferris Bueller with all the wise cracks, and shenanigans a teen can get into.
Its been over a month now and i still havent recieved the dvd i do not reccomend anybody to buy from these people
The characters become cherished friends whom you want to succeed. A thoroughly enjoyable film which keeps you thinking about it after it is over. The story was at once familiar - the self consciousness of adolescence (which doesn't just end with high school); the bully; do we really know anyone else - and excitingly new and satiric. However, I was immediately drawn into the film by the subtlety of the performances and how realistic and affecting they were. Points for the unconscious on this one. Flipping through the channels, I stopped at "Charlie Bartlett," just as it was beginning. I expected to stop watching after a few minutes, anticipating a rather anemic high school story. The strength of the screenplay is perhaps best attributed to never knowing what was going to happen next.
the score is awesome and the soundtrack renewed my interest in many great songs. great performance by the two leads, however HOPE DAVIS outshined everyone in her portrayal of a loving yet slightly out of touch, and always offbeat mom. look for YUSEF ISLAM (CAT STEVENS) if you like the piano scenes.
The youger generations can relate to the story in present time, and us parents can see things from their point of view. Highly recommended. Great movie for teens and adults. A lot of comedy along with a serious message.
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