To Infinity And Beyond

If you'd check my blog, you would know how long I've anticipated this film. Just like any other fan of the novel, disappointment was set aside and more expectations arouse when I found out Chbosky would be doing the screenplay and directing himself. In addition, some of my favorite actors would be playing the roles of some of my most favorite fictional characters.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)

A film by Stephen Chbosky

The Perks of Being a Wallflower, based on the novel of the same name by Stephen Chbosky, is about Charlie as he shares his adolescent stories through letters to an anonymous friend.

Logan Lerman showed such a remarkable performance as Charlie. His portrayal of the confused, honest, eccentric, but wanted-to-belong character made very believable. Ezra Miller was everything I thought Patrick would be. His charm and humor were a great combo. And to finally see Emma Watson with a pixie cut do, without her wand, and with a cute American accent was refreshing and different in a good way. With such strong lead performances, they instantly created classic legendary characters.

As for the plot, no doubt about its captivating power. Given the fact that there will always be parts of the book that won't be included in the film adaptation; Chbosky, as the author of both the novel and the screenplay, had successfully created a well-written masterpiece for both media. Though I did wish for more emphasis on the significance of the cultural references such as the books mentioned and the movie Rocky Horror Picture Show; or the deeper relationship of Charlie with his family (particularly with his sister and her boyfriend) and Bill; and the epistolary nature (which wasn't used as often as it should have been). I also felt like the plot twist was a little bit rushed (as well as the several ramifications) that it failed to achieve its expected effect to the viewers. Nonetheless, with the music, the actors, and some of the most important references remaining loyal to the book, the film still won my favor. Chboskly managed to relive and retain the novel's strength into the film. I awed as the magical moments were recreated as close as possible to what I have pictured. Lastly, the book's primary essence to raise awareness on issues of teenage alienation and adolescence was likewise given great importance in the movie.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a beautiful coming-of-age story that will forever live on. Of course, my favorite part was the 'tunnel scene'. Always have. Always will.

And in that moment, I swear we were infinite.

Meanwhile, the word infinite has become one of the coolest hipster words of today.