Apollo Vindonnus If you watched the trailer for this movie, you will probably expect the classic indie drama with romantic spice on the top of it. Well, yes this is that kind of movie. You will find the typical stereotypes in every young-adult movie; The awkward protagonist with a somewhat comical relieve best friend and of course the girl which the whole story resolves throughout the movie. Even though the concept seems predictable and recycled, it doesn't make it not enjoyable. The directing and editing of this movie are some work of art, the pacing flows smoothly every bits of the frame is really enjoyable. It has great soundtrack despite they aren't used often and the timing is perfect. The acting is relatively great despite some minor characters. In the end, this is not a flick for you to watch if you are expecting some Oscar level piece or some life transcending movie experience. But if you want to just chill and feel some good vibe to waste your time alone or with some friends (I prefer alone) This one will definitely be a classic.

Edgar Allan Pooh . . . Retitling novelist Jesse Andrews' work ME AND EARL AND THE DEAD GIRL as - & - & THE DYING GIRL. When Fox starts its classic movie channel to compete against Arch-Rival Ted Turner and CNN's current old movie recycling center, expect to see loads of similar Renamings from the folks who invented Fake News and Alternative Facts. For instance, SHOOTING THE BREEZE is a much more indefinite approach to the War to End Racist Southern Dudes' Black Slavery than GONE WITH THE WIND (four words which suggest gloom and doom). Similarly, TITANIC has become a buzzword for terrible tragedy, so expect Fox to screen History's second-most popular bladder-buster as SHOOTING FOR A TRANS-ATLANT!C CROSSING RECORD. John Steinbeck's indictment of the Rich People Party's Government Of-, By-, and For the Fat Cat One Per Centers--GRAPES OF WRATH--won't sit well with Fox's target audience (most of whom possess brains held hostage by Stockholm Syndrome), so Fox will try to maintain ratings by offering it as a more Panglossian-sounding SHOOTS OF GRASS. And surely THE SMITH WHO SHOD LIBERTY VALANCE will be less of a Dead-Giveaway than is the original title of this James Stewart\Marion Morrison Oater.

sol- Life changes for a philosophical high school student when his mother guilts him into keeping a classmate dying of leukemia company in this quirky comedy starring Thomas Mann, RJ Cyler and Olivia Cooke as the three title characters. The trajectory of the film is not hard to predict with Mann (the 'Me' in the title) coming to truly appreciate his new friend and reevaluate the way he has pigeonholed all of his peers over the years. And yet, the film remains thoroughly encapsulating thanks to witty, observant narration from Mann and a fun subplot in which Mann and Cyler "swede" classic films, 'Be Kind Rewind' style. There are some well done moose and chipmunk claymation scenes too that reflect how Mann feels about the girl who he has a crush on taunting him. It is Mann's highly calculated approach to surviving the high school experience that stands out the most though with his attempts to befriend everyone and every clique at his school to avoid developing enemies. He makes for a fascinating character too with his reluctance to call anyone a true friend out of fear of rejection. The final few scenes of the film go a little overboard in his painting Man as a generous, giving and selfless soul behind his detached exterior, but there is a lot to like in the way Mann comes to realise that he is not quite as cynical as he once thought. Given the key themes of death and dying, the movie makes a sharp argument for never letting oneself get too detached in life no matter how hard some things may be to endure.

mrmurr9909 This movie was a beautiful tale of a young boy that has shut himself out of all emotions only to find one person that is able to draw it out of him. I laughed, I cried, I cheered. It also took me back to the days I was in High-School. The creativity and complexity of each character keep you locked in. I found myself truly caring about each individual character, and even saw some of myself, friends, and family members in them.The style and tone of the movie make it wonderful to view. Many unique camera angles and intimate shots. I just loved the overall feel during the movie, and was left with a feeling of peace once it was finished. I truly enjoyed and highly recommend.