Memorable, crazy movie

I don't have all the words right now but this film is a work of art.

This movie was so-so. It had it's moments, but wasn't the greatest.

Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

When I went into the theater to see this film, I had no idea I was about to re-experience a forgotten time when I was submerged in a world of fear and insecurity. Bo Burnham took a trip to my subconscious and came back with pages of material. While I never tried to offer people advice in YouTube videos as the main character does, I strongly relate to the character in the following ways:A fear of being labeled as quiet (anxious people just want to fit in). Highly agreeable to the point of ridiculousness.Writing out bullet points of how to improvesocially Attempting to say or do anything at parties while having crippling fearsWhile some of the feelings in the film are universal, it got all the specific fears of anxious kids down to a t. Something I have learned since the struggle of middle school is that some kids are genetically more sensitive than others, and this can translate to anxiety as a person gets older. If you have a child who notices and feels more than his or her peers like the girl in the film, research high sensitivity and see if they possibly have it. It can do wonders for self-esteem to reframe the past knowing they have a unique trait.

An interesting study of how technology affects the social aspects of the transition to adulthood. My criticism is that it was a lottle too depressing right through 2/3 rds of the movie, then the uplifting end was not sufficiently restorative.

Holy hell this movie will dig deep into every insecurity you've ever had, and make you remember all of it. The movie makes you remember what it was like to attend middle school, with kids acting like cutthroats and trying in every way to be the most popular kid in school. Bo Burnham found something with this movie, something about the American psyche that is changing, how much we rely on others opinions to feel good about ourselves. The lead actress is someone that found a way to confidently show off awkwardness and anxiety with some simple facial expressions and even the way she breathes in a scene. So much emotion was shown in every second. Just completely blew writing out of the water.

While I may be biased as a home-schooler who has never been to middle school, I couldn't relate to this film very much so as a 13-year-old, I was a happy and carefree child. The only aspect I can relate to is Kayla's electronic addiction and naivety. But I just felt she was a drama queen who pushes away her dad and mopes about being called the most quiet (I don't see anything wrong with being quiet). So, later in the film, she tries to fit in by being talkative and outgoing.So, all I could say is the film isn't for me. I guess I was expecting a more light-hearted film rather than a drama about moody, awkward 13-year-olds. I think Kayla's going through a time where she needs a mother.The only aspects I can commend the film for is its depiction of social media, its positive message, and the acting.