An amazing movie, with a deeper meaning.

Rating: 10/10 (22 June 2015)

I saw this movie expecting something totally different. Yes, I was expecting the "I'm going through puberty" aspect of the movie, but there was so much more than JUST a kid going through puberty.
This movie featured a little girl named Riley, who is 11. Not focuses more on Riley's thoughts and emotions, however. As you progress through the movie, you see how Riley has grown over the years.
This isn't just a movie about going through puberty and experiencing mood swings. This movie is about growing up, and transitioning from a happy little toddler, to a maturing teenager. It also teaches kids that it's okay to be sad. Because that sadness won't last forever. Eventually, you'll learn to accept, and even enjoy, a huge change in your life.
I recently moved to an entirely different state, so this movie really hit home for me and my family. I couldn't help watching this movie, and thinking about my own life. In the end, I realized that nothing is bad forever. Things change. We experience new things everyday. That's just life. This movie did an amazing job of showing that, crammed together with some hilarious jokes, and some moments that definitely made me cry - not just tear up! Tears were rolling down my cheeks. And I guarantee you'll experience the same feelings. Unless you're a heartless, emotionless robot, with no tear-ducts.
10/10 Would recommend to ANYONE. (Yes, even those with depression. My mom has depression, and this movie even made her feel good.)