That's one of the things I really appreciated about the film, in that it didn't play those traits for laughs or treat it as something particularly wrong with him.
That was absolutely fantastic. I always liked the movie and book, but could never find the words to explain why I found them so enjoyable and relatable. Bravo, well done.
Thank you, I appreciate he kind word. I only watched it for the first time recently and it just stuck with me so did my best to put into words, glad to see people agree.
When this book came out my parents bought it for me as a 14 year old high school. It really made me feel not alone. I realized these things happen to all teenagers and they all were not happening to me. The book hit me right in the feelers. I’m 37 now and have a tattoo on my right are which says, “To Feel Truly Infinite”. In honor of this book.
you perfectly described why this movie is simply my favourite. love the video. I would just like to bring up- being a teenager NOW and watching the perks, it makes me feel nostalgic somehow, but also like I’m missing out. Like I should be going out and making my “we could be heroes tunnel moment”
What I loved most about Lerman's performance is the fact that he made Charlie human. I liked the book, but he was so stilted sometimes that it was hard relating to him; even as an extremely emotional introvert. I cried all the time as a kid; and I hated myself for it. But I also think I read the book way too late in life. I'm almost 26 now; and I know for a fact that if I had read it when I was actually Charlie's age; before I met my wife, and started my career, and back when high school was hell and I had my first crushes; back when summers with my friends felt like they could last forever....if I had read this book when I lived this book then it could have meant so much more. Unfortunately, I read it as a person who had to REMEMBER what it was like to be like this. And it saddens me. I read it as a man would look at old photographs instead of living it. So if you're a high school kid going through similar things, I'd encourage you to read the book and the movie. It might just change your life.
After watching it for the first time, I realized I was laughing through majority of the movie. I told my parents this, and they said I didn't understand it, that I'm too young to understand any of it when in truth I got all of it. I realised I was forcing myself to laugh and making jokes about it to myself because I understood it. I knew how Charlie felt when he had his break down, I knew how it felt to sit alone at lunch, and read a book. It was so realistic and relatable that I found it funny. The Perks Of Being A Wallflower will always be one of my favorite movies.
I never really related to any high school movie until I recently just watch this film. I feel this analysis really personifies everything I felt when I first watch it. Amazing job on this analysis
Tbh I am just a bit younger than everyone in the movie therefore I can’t really have a nostalgia for this period of time, but they did it so well that for a moment I did think maybe I was part of the story
I love the movie not only because I went through very similar things or even the same things that Charlie went through but because we get such a clear insight into Charlie. The narration of the film is amazing and the acting does everything to support that. I have decided that the quote "and in this moment i swear we were infinte" will be my first tattoo because this movie makes me feel at home with all the bad and the good feelings of live.
A well thought out and articulated review of one of my favorite films. My first viewing had me ugly crying! Unlike so many other "coming of age" movies, we can really see ourselves and relate to the characters. As you were saying, it is based in reality.
I only realized I got here from Reddit after looking at your sub count - thought this was from 1 of the popular movie review channels I sub to - in other words, this is high quality work
i'm amazed how in real life we just need to know what we like about other people for us to consider them as friends, and they did that with every character here
Very nice review & summation. I'm glad that this movie transcends nationalities. I negotiated an American Highschool just a few years before Charlie and I did as an undiagnosed Bipolar sufferer. The movie is one of my favorite coming of age stories and never feels cliche or forced. Cheers.
Incredible essay! I just love it when someone puts all the things I love about a book or film into words and sums them up into a perfectly structured argumentation. Now whenever someone asks me about this movie, I can show them this video.
I loved this movie when it came out in 2012, as a teenager. watching it again now, I can't decide whether the film affirms charlie's wallflower personality or whether it's telling us that charlie needs to grow out of it. emma watson's character seems to tell him that he could've had her if he had just asked, but the ending also shows that charlie's fine the way he is. I couldn't decide how I feel about the end because of this.
Perhaps it's somewhere in the middle. Charlie doesn't need to change himself to be happy, it's more that he needs to learn that that's the case, to gain confidence in who he is. Sam liked him for who he was, he just didn't believe in himself enough to go for it. Or at least that's one way I read it.
What a great job you did reviewing this! I am reading the book at the moment and everything you say is spot-on. I caught the film the year it came out and loved it!
A friend had a QOTD going on and I immediately thought of this movie and was looking for a clip to share, and on hearing your analysis... "Get out of my head!" ... it's literally what I was thinking, just said a little more eloquently :)
I just watched this today & hope it’s formatted to 4K soon. But for now I’m gonna have to buy it on blu-ray. This was such a good movie & easily makes my top 10 most recommended movies list.
this is such an amazing video! i have a media exam tomorrow and i feel so motivated and excited to write about perks after watching this video :D nice work
Great job Ross! you have perfectly explained why I relate to him although we share almost nothing at all. Top quality review, good pace, perfect choices of words and great details. You've got a sub, my friend.
In some ways they were kind of shit friends. Sam kissed him, said she loved him and then dropped him for Craig. Even when she knew that Charlie was in a vulnerable place because he loved her and lost both his Aunt and best friend. Next there’s the selfishness of Mary Elizabeth and how she overpowers him. She doesn’t let him have a say in whether he wants to be with her. He’s visibly falling apart in front of their eyes but no one seems to actually care until he’s had a full wave mental breakdown. It’s only after Sam is cheated on does she decide to settle for him while he’s again- vulnerable and out of the psychiatric hospital. Idk I love the message of the story but fuck I would cry if this was how my friends treated me in high school.
I cam understand but I think they wanted to say that she was at a better mental place coming from college and he had also gotten past his mental barrier of what happened with him as his aunt. Once he did that he became much more independent and strong in heart. But I can see how she should’ve stepped up more as she could have. It’s a very difficult situation tho, especially because they are pushing the point that you only accept the love you think you deserve and that’s where she was at although he did love, and he didn’t have the guts because he just wanted to please the women in his life without stepping up and taking a stance as is seen from his aunt situation and from when he saw hi sister getting beat by her boyfriend. I believe his character development is that he grows that internal strength and self advocacy that he didn’t have.
David DePice I get what you mean. I agree they both came out of the situation stronger. I guess it was just how things happened that irked me. I don’t think they were necessarily bad human beings I just think it’s the classic kids getting into situations they aren’t mature enough to handle like dating college guys, doing drugs and drinking. The whole thing is an absolute mess and Charlie deserved a safe space and group of friends. I’m not blaming any of them for their struggles but they were not healthy for him.
Okay, I understand what you are saying but Sam did not drop Charlie for Craig. She was already dating Craig (Why? Because people tend to accept the love they think they deserve) When she kissed Charlie she was legit doing it because she loved him. She said to pretend like she wasnt dating him when she kissed because she wanted him to be kissed for the first time by someone who loves him. It was a beautiful moment.
Sam was already dating Craig, but she definitely did flirt with and lead Charlie on. I think she genuinely liked him, but wanted a more mature and “challenging” partner at the time, you know? Also, I don’t think they knew he was just out of the mental hospital. I don’t think anyone knew except his family, so can’t really blame them for that.
I just don’t get why in movies ppl in high school go to school events alone?? Like no one ever went to a football game alone let alone homecoming. Maybe it was just my school ?? Idk but I personally wouldn’t go alone
ive been to school events by myself bc i think that other people will be there then they weren't, and in charlie's case, he just desperately hopes somebody will talk to him, like his old middle school friends or his sister.
Ricky Hunt that’s why it’s “I feel infinite.” It’s about the feeling that you’re never going to die, that you’ll be young forever. In case you didn’t need.
Okay, I need to be honest with you...you lost me when you said that “The Breakfast Club” is a “classic.” A classic of what? Justifying sexual harassment? I think you need to watch that movie again. If you can’t see how terrible and ridiculous that movie is, you did not progress mentally past the age of 16.
I loved charlie. He was quiet, awkward and shy like i was. Even the way he handles social situations were very similiar to the way i do things
That's one of the things I really appreciated about the film, in that it didn't play those traits for laughs or treat it as something particularly wrong with him.
That was absolutely fantastic. I always liked the movie and book, but could never find the words to explain why I found them so enjoyable and relatable. Bravo, well done.
Thank you, I appreciate he kind word. I only watched it for the first time recently and it just stuck with me so did my best to put into words, glad to see people agree.
Indeed
When this book came out my parents bought it for me as a 14 year old high school. It really made me feel not alone. I realized these things happen to all teenagers and they all were not happening to me. The book hit me right in the feelers. I’m 37 now and have a tattoo on my right are which says, “To Feel Truly Infinite”. In honor of this book.
you perfectly described why this movie is simply my favourite. love the video. I would just like to bring up- being a teenager NOW and watching the perks, it makes me feel nostalgic somehow, but also like I’m missing out. Like I should be going out and making my “we could be heroes tunnel moment”
If you get the chance to have moments like that, especially shared with close friends, you really should take advantage of it :)
been a year since you posted this mate hope youve found your tunnel moments
@@teameight2447 not during covid :(
What I loved most about Lerman's performance is the fact that he made Charlie human. I liked the book, but he was so stilted sometimes that it was hard relating to him; even as an extremely emotional introvert. I cried all the time as a kid; and I hated myself for it. But I also think I read the book way too late in life. I'm almost 26 now; and I know for a fact that if I had read it when I was actually Charlie's age; before I met my wife, and started my career, and back when high school was hell and I had my first crushes; back when summers with my friends felt like they could last forever....if I had read this book when I lived this book then it could have meant so much more. Unfortunately, I read it as a person who had to REMEMBER what it was like to be like this. And it saddens me. I read it as a man would look at old photographs instead of living it. So if you're a high school kid going through similar things, I'd encourage you to read the book and the movie. It might just change your life.
this movie always makes my eyes sting, with emotion. i have such a deep connection to the movie/book that it is my bowie song.
After watching it for the first time, I realized I was laughing through majority of the movie.
I told my parents this, and they said I didn't understand it, that I'm too young to understand any of it when in truth I got all of it.
I realised I was forcing myself to laugh and making jokes about it to myself because I understood it. I knew how Charlie felt when he had his break down, I knew how it felt to sit alone at lunch, and read a book.
It was so realistic and relatable that I found it funny.
The Perks Of Being A Wallflower will always be one of my favorite movies.
I never really related to any high school movie until I recently just watch this film. I feel this analysis really personifies everything I felt when I first watch it. Amazing job on this analysis
Tbh I am just a bit younger than everyone in the movie therefore I can’t really have a nostalgia for this period of time, but they did it so well that for a moment I did think maybe I was part of the story
excellent review man, this film did produce a feeling of nostalgia in me....... Thanks!!!!
I love the movie not only because I went through very similar things or even the same things that Charlie went through but because we get such a clear insight into Charlie. The narration of the film is amazing and the acting does everything to support that. I have decided that the quote "and in this moment i swear we were infinte" will be my first tattoo because this movie makes me feel at home with all the bad and the good feelings of live.
A well thought out and articulated review of one of my favorite films. My first viewing had me ugly crying!
Unlike so many other "coming of age" movies, we can really see ourselves and relate to the characters. As you were saying, it is based in reality.
I love this movie. I always watch it when im sad or need some upbeat motivation like after a school interview
I only realized I got here from Reddit after looking at your sub count - thought this was from 1 of the popular movie review channels I sub to - in other words, this is high quality work
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Yeah I know right. It's such high quality of this videos.
i'm amazed how in real life we just need to know what we like about other people for us to consider them as friends, and they did that with every character here
Very nice review & summation. I'm glad that this movie transcends nationalities.
I negotiated an American Highschool just a few years before Charlie and I did as an undiagnosed Bipolar sufferer.
The movie is one of my favorite coming of age stories and never feels cliche or forced.
Cheers.
I don’t know why but when he mentioned Stand By Me I was like *YES!*
Incredible essay! I just love it when someone puts all the things I love about a book or film into words and sums them up into a perfectly structured argumentation. Now whenever someone asks me about this movie, I can show them this video.
I really like your review, i actually saw that film yesterday and I'm lucky I found it on netflix
I loved this movie when it came out in 2012, as a teenager. watching it again now, I can't decide whether the film affirms charlie's wallflower personality or whether it's telling us that charlie needs to grow out of it. emma watson's character seems to tell him that he could've had her if he had just asked, but the ending also shows that charlie's fine the way he is. I couldn't decide how I feel about the end because of this.
Perhaps it's somewhere in the middle. Charlie doesn't need to change himself to be happy, it's more that he needs to learn that that's the case, to gain confidence in who he is. Sam liked him for who he was, he just didn't believe in himself enough to go for it. Or at least that's one way I read it.
Excellent! I’m 67 and this has to be one of my all time favorite movies!
This is the most human movie I have ever seen. I absolutely love this movie and its a masterpiece.
What a great job you did reviewing this! I am reading the book at the moment and everything you say is spot-on. I caught the film the year it came out and loved it!
4:10 bro when I saw that scene I thought he was joking so i laughed so hard
lmaooo
It was wonderful and very tasteful done. Thank you so much description done like a true perfectly done
I cried by listening to this, thanks for finding me the words to explain why it has became one of my favorite movies
A friend had a QOTD going on and I immediately thought of this movie and was looking for a clip to share, and on hearing your analysis... "Get out of my head!" ... it's literally what I was thinking, just said a little more eloquently :)
This essay is so accurate! I love this movie and I love knowing that I’m not the only one that feels this way when watching it!
Thanks for helping me understand more the beauty of "The Perks of Being A Wallflower"
i love this so much! This movie is the song that will bring me back to my adolescents and im proud its such a good one!
Its a pain to see such a awesome channel having this much less audience. You keep it Trying Bro, All The Best to You.
Thank you, it's much appreciated.
I just watched this today & hope it’s formatted to 4K soon. But for now I’m gonna have to buy it on blu-ray. This was such a good movie & easily makes my top 10 most recommended movies list.
this is such an amazing video! i have a media exam tomorrow and i feel so motivated and excited to write about perks after watching this video :D nice work
beautifully said
see, and I have the feeling of security and familiarity, because, I grew up in a world like this, and I am very much like the character Charlie
Great job Ross! you have perfectly explained why I relate to him although we share almost nothing at all. Top quality review, good pace, perfect choices of words and great details. You've got a sub, my friend.
This was a great analysis of one of my favorite movies. Thank you.
Finally watched this movie and it was great! Good review! Glad I found this video
In some ways they were kind of shit friends. Sam kissed him, said she loved him and then dropped him for Craig. Even when she knew that Charlie was in a vulnerable place because he loved her and lost both his Aunt and best friend. Next there’s the selfishness of Mary Elizabeth and how she overpowers him. She doesn’t let him have a say in whether he wants to be with her. He’s visibly falling apart in front of their eyes but no one seems to actually care until he’s had a full wave mental breakdown. It’s only after Sam is cheated on does she decide to settle for him while he’s again- vulnerable and out of the psychiatric hospital. Idk I love the message of the story but fuck I would cry if this was how my friends treated me in high school.
I cam understand but I think they wanted to say that she was at a better mental place coming from college and he had also gotten past his mental barrier of what happened with him as his aunt. Once he did that he became much more independent and strong in heart. But I can see how she should’ve stepped up more as she could have. It’s a very difficult situation tho, especially because they are pushing the point that you only accept the love you think you deserve and that’s where she was at although he did love, and he didn’t have the guts because he just wanted to please the women in his life without stepping up and taking a stance as is seen from his aunt situation and from when he saw hi sister getting beat by her boyfriend. I believe his character development is that he grows that internal strength and self advocacy that he didn’t have.
David DePice I get what you mean. I agree they both came out of the situation stronger. I guess it was just how things happened that irked me. I don’t think they were necessarily bad human beings I just think it’s the classic kids getting into situations they aren’t mature enough to handle like dating college guys, doing drugs and drinking. The whole thing is an absolute mess and Charlie deserved a safe space and group of friends. I’m not blaming any of them for their struggles but they were not healthy for him.
Okay, I understand what you are saying but Sam did not drop Charlie for Craig. She was already dating Craig (Why? Because people tend to accept the love they think they deserve) When she kissed Charlie she was legit doing it because she loved him. She said to pretend like she wasnt dating him when she kissed because she wanted him to be kissed for the first time by someone who loves him. It was a beautiful moment.
Sam was already dating Craig, but she definitely did flirt with and lead Charlie on. I think she genuinely liked him, but wanted a more mature and “challenging” partner at the time, you know? Also, I don’t think they knew he was just out of the mental hospital. I don’t think anyone knew except his family, so can’t really blame them for that.
Patrick is probably the only true real friend
This is my favorite movie 😭
Amazing analysis! Your thoughts here seamlessly resonate with mine :)
Best one yet Ross. Nice work.
the like too dislike ratio tho goddamn
My favorite film
Amazing! Like this review a lot!
Great stuff man!
Good ones bro...
I like it...❤️
Well thank you very much now i wanna be 16 again >.
Awesome video!!!
Great video man
Great video!
I wish you still made content.
I just don’t get why in movies ppl in high school go to school events alone?? Like no one ever went to a football game alone let alone homecoming. Maybe it was just my school ?? Idk but I personally wouldn’t go alone
have you never been a new kid at school?
ive been to school events by myself bc i think that other people will be there then they weren't, and in charlie's case, he just desperately hopes somebody will talk to him, like his old middle school friends or his sister.
same i guess things were different in the 90s? i can’t imagine going to homecoming by myself usually people go in groups
I went alone. Once. I was supposed to go with friends. But I spend it alone. It happened several times
the movie/ book is set in the 1990s not our time
the dialogue is horrible it really puts me out of the great mental health aspect
1 person isn't infinite
Ricky Hunt that’s why it’s “I feel infinite.” It’s about the feeling that you’re never going to die, that you’ll be young forever.
In case you didn’t need.
Okay, I need to be honest with you...you lost me when you said that “The Breakfast Club” is a “classic.” A classic of what? Justifying sexual harassment? I think you need to watch that movie again. If you can’t see how terrible and ridiculous that movie is, you did not progress mentally past the age of 16.
Wow! I just watched the film last night before it's taken off of Netflix and this video is SPOT ON!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!!
Glad you liked it!
That last part brought me to tears!