There were some funny moments in this film and some emotional ones too. What really worked for it was the main lead's character. She was sassy, interesting and strong, keeping things entertaining throughout the movie. The story was okay, but it felt like it didn't lead to a big climax, rather the ending was predictable, but had a feel good note nevertheless. The performances were decent too.
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Growing up in a larger body
alpha-female801 February 2020
Warning: Spoilers
I really, really loved this movie. As a woman who has been a person of size (POS) since I was a child I could relate to Juliette's struggles. In the beginning of the movie there is a scene where Juliette breaks the fourth wall and stares into the camera. I felt that look. I have given that look. That look told me that this was going to be a great movie. I remember what gym was like, and I had a gym teacher who was just like that.
The movie is not all about Juliette's weight of course. At it's heart it's a well told coming of age story, a film like Eighth grade, where you get to see what life is like for a young teenager. I liked it more because I for once could relate to the main character so much, but it's an entertaining and well acted movie regardless of my personal connection to it.
The only complaint I have is that Juliette supposedly realizes that she is larger when she is about 14 years old. That is simply not beliavble, and it annoyed me a lot. We know that POS are singled out and told that we are larger from a very young age. Still, I'm willing to forgive that one flaw.
I have already reckommended this movie to quite a few people, and I will buy it when it becomes available on DVD. I look forward to seeing more projects from this director, and several of the actors.
The movie is not all about Juliette's weight of course. At it's heart it's a well told coming of age story, a film like Eighth grade, where you get to see what life is like for a young teenager. I liked it more because I for once could relate to the main character so much, but it's an entertaining and well acted movie regardless of my personal connection to it.
The only complaint I have is that Juliette supposedly realizes that she is larger when she is about 14 years old. That is simply not beliavble, and it annoyed me a lot. We know that POS are singled out and told that we are larger from a very young age. Still, I'm willing to forgive that one flaw.
I have already reckommended this movie to quite a few people, and I will buy it when it becomes available on DVD. I look forward to seeing more projects from this director, and several of the actors.
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