The Perks of Being a Wallflower

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The Perks of Being a Wallflower

PG-13

Released Oct 12, 2012

1h 43m

Comedy

Drama

Romance

LGBTQ+

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Socially awkward Charlie is a wallflower watching from the sidelines, until a pair of charismatic seniors take him under their wing.

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Critics Consensus

The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a heartfelt and sincere adaptation that's bolstered by strong lead performances.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

This is boring, and it's partly that believability thing. How many alienated outsiders do you have to gather together before they become insiders? Alternatively, they are all so good-looking, smart and well-heeled, they are winners, surely.

Sep 1, 2018

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Violet Lucca

Film Comment Magazine

"Like real teenagers, Watson and Miller convincingly move from glowing objects of desire to comic relief to deeply troubled human beings."

Jun 28, 2013

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David Stratton

At the Movies (Australia)

I think for a first film this guy who wrote the book and has adapted it for the screen has done a terrific job and I really found these characters sympathetic.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 29, 2012

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José C. Donayre Guerrero

EscribiendoCine

A very lively film whose ending gives a sensation of leaving behind a youth that, although dramatic, love-filled and happy, is never permanent. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 8/10

Feb 12, 2024

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Michael Cuby

them.

It can sometimes be hard to watch a film adaptation of one of your favorite teenage books because, too often, they fail to live up to the brilliance of the page. Luckily, this was not the case for the 2012 adaptation...

Oct 3, 2022

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Gautam Anand

The Cinemaholic

The films biggest achievement is how beautifully it captures the rich tapestry of teenage experiences soaked in lessons learned for a lifetime.

Rated: 4.5/5

Mar 22, 2022

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Mason M

I was truly astonished by this film. It may not capture any of the experiences of high school, but it almost perfectly captured the feelings. Somehow being one of the saddest and funniest films I've ever seen, The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one of the most daringly spiritual film watching experience that I've ever had, as it tries to delve into the mind and emotions of its main character with its filmmaking. I don't even have any mental health problems, and I could still find a lot to relate to in Charlie. This film is also amazingly written, with all the details amounting to more than you would expect and also having some great comedic writing. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one of the essential high school movies, capturing how it feels to be stuck in the middle of it all.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/23/24

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Maria Cecília A

I believe every teenager going through tough times should watch this movie. It made me feel less alone. It will forever play in my mind and heart. Thank you Stephen Chbosky for writing such a masterpiece!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/18/24

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Fabio J

Deeply moving & real

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/17/24

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Spencer M

The Perks of Being a Wallflower is an emotional rollercoaster. Even watching it later, it took me right back to the highs and lows of high school, capturing moments of joy, heartache, and self discovery that anyone can relate to. It handles personal challenges with raw honesty, leaving you thinking long after the end. Highly recommend!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/21/24

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Crafti P

This movie really has you in the first half thinking it's just a cute movie about some misfit teens. The ending to the story is fantastic and makes you think about a lot and feel a lot. I believe perks of being a wallflower and absolute must watch and a cinematic story masterpiece.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/17/24

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Audience Member

I don't hate this movie I just didn't like it personally. I can't really explain why neither, I just don't. 3/5 stars.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/14/24

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Stephen Chbosky

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Logan Lerman

Charlie

Emma Watson

Sam

Ezra Miller

Patrick

Mae Whitman

Mary Elizabeth

Kate Walsh

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Synopsis

Socially awkward Charlie is a wallflower watching from the sidelines, until a pair of charismatic seniors take him under their wing.

Director: Stephen Chbosky
Producer: Lianne Halfon, Russell Smith, John Malkovich
Screenwriter: Stephen Chbosky
Distributor: Summit Entertainment
Production Co: Mr. Mudd
Rating: PG-13 (All Involving Teens|A Fight|Sexual References|Drug and Alcohol Use|Mature Thematic Material|Sexual Content)
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, LGBTQ+
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 12, 2012, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 21, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $17.7M
Runtime: 1h 43m

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