This is an awesome movie adapted from the book of the same name. It's about the tough times of a boy, Greg, on his first day of middle school and the troubles that face him and his best friend, Rowley, and their attempt to make a name for themselves before everyone else does it for them. It is definitely a film that I will be buying on DVD when it comes out because I could watch it over and over again. The acting of all the kids in this movie seemed natural and displays a promising future for pretty much all of them. It wasn't corny or forced at all. The movie is not just one for kids, but adults will greatly enjoy it as well.
Though this is a great movie, there were issues that were not completely solved by the end of the movie and the end of the film may leave you very curious about the aftermath of specific events. In addition, there are certain characters that were not followed up on. However, there is supposed to be a sequel, so maybe that was the intent of the creators. Also, it is the first book in the series, so these things are probably addressed more in the later books.
Once again, I have never read these books, so I cannot give my opinion of the comparison.
I highly recommend this film, as you should enjoy it no matter what age you are.
Overall Grade: A
P.S. I should add that I work with kids, so, to me, this is a funny interpretation of how they are--which is a big reason why I enjoyed it and laughed so much. As for others, it may not be their type of humor.
-Ethan Brehm
ah! I really really really want to see this now..and our family wedding. :)..I'm glad you've kept this up, it's a really cool new years' resolution.
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