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