Wallflowers

Rating: 7/10 (14 February 2013)

Stephen Chbosky, the author of the book, wrote the script and directed the movie version of "The Perks of Being A Wallflower". This book has made itself a classic in the young adult audience. As a previous reader of this novel, I felt the movie was wonderful - but it makes sense since Chbosky had a hand in every part of it.
Charlie (Logan Lerman), a 15-year old, enters into High School with a lot on his plate - such as the recent suicide of his best friend, a history of mental illness, and just all around social anxiety. But when he makes friends with two Seniors, Sam (Emma Watson) and Patrick (Ezra Miller), his world begins to turn around. But also, emotions are brought forth with his love for Sam and his struggle with his past. This is a movie of new experiences, internal battles, family and friends, and love through the eyes of a young teenager.