allison-williams86 I'd like to just briefly touch base on this film. I literally JUST finished watching this movie, and I have no idea what to think. I mean, I know that it was very well done and the story in and of itself was great, but WOW, I did not see that coming. I flipped it on by chance, and the synopsis that Directv gave was merely, (I'm paraphrasing) "when a boy's identical twin is killed, he and his friends try to cope." Umm... sure, but what about all the other incredible elements that make this movie worth watching. I liked the fact that each of these kids strives to find themselves or attain some goal, because it grabs hold of the reality of being a kid. I'm tired of seeing movies where childhood seems easy and uncomplicated.This film was great, and I will be recommending it to anyone I know.

beregic for "drama" lovers , this will be "right up their alley". while the actors are generally young kids, this feature is definitely NOT for kids viewing, with or without parents guidance. it is more as something of s to remind you of certain aspects anyone have seen/heard of and could not/did not understand them in their "specific" context, at some time or another during anyone's lifetime. i would refer to it as something similar to the movie "crash" except it does not deal with racial or social tension, but with a "coming of age" one, a quiet "universal" theme as well.the content: there are 3 different "plots" that happens with every single one of the 3 kids in the main roles.they are overall related but only because the characters are "friends", within the same "normal" and "typical" north American family neighborhood(and probably not only). all those 3 ramifications are somehow brutal, yet very realistic in as COULD or DO happen scenarios.all of them also relate to, and tries to show, how the parents upbringing will affect the rest of their lives. the somehow main plot of the "accident" consists of the male teenager's reasoning with "family loss" and the need for "closure". another plot deals with female teenagers's need of "growing up" or at least the instinctual need of doing so sooner then later. and the the lost plot brings to light certain aspects of how and why more and more teenagers are being over-weight, and dealing with that on both personal and within the family plan; what could be behind this quiet increasingly problem we all notice around us?(and i am not talking about simplistic outcomes but THE roots of this problem as some call it.there are some really Awkward moments, rarely seen on the silver screen, especially the ones involving the young girl. yet all the scenes have at least sensibility, quiet emotional in a realistic way and not some "tear-jerker" or "cry for Oscar" ones.the production: the kids actors are phenomenal.especially the young girl which i am sure will have a big carrier ahead. the boys are a bit less "involved" but only because the characters requires them as being more "reserved". all the adult supporting roles are well played as well.the camera work is not great but irrelevant here.soundtrack is quiet "cute", not much but efficient when needs to.i only give it 8 stars because this production is "slow" at times(not consistently but enough to take away some entertainment aspects any movie should have), probably due to budget limits. there were times i was about to loose interest but then something "genuinely" happens, quiet many times actually, to keep me "focused".i recommend this to parents or anyone in a need/mood for a real LIFE drama.the movie generally teaches and it does not preach, which is always a good thing for such features. you will be left with a "positive" feeling of learning/confirming something known or less known

dkarter Most movies addressing the tween population miss the mark. This film does not, in fact, it is right on the mark. Mature issues are addressed through the minds and actions of young adolescents.Tweens are part of the ensemble and, therefore, they consider themselves as part of our society and need to be heard.This film clearly depicts the fact that children, their thoughts and opinions and subsequent actions are very significant to our society. There are remnants of a "columbine" type of feeling to this movie as the main protagonist "takes matters into his own hands".A strong and poignant story to watch, but as it rolls by you know that it is depicting reality in one way or another. This movie is our new reality.A strong ***1/2 out of ****.Dkarter reporting from Montreal, Canada

daedaluseticarus This movie touches on a series of issues troubling America today seen thru the eyes of it's youth. The film shows us that problems in areas such as violence, guns, race issues and obesity are no longer limited to adults but play an active part amongst young people as well. The film centers around a group of 12 year old friends and their families. All with different problems which reflect on their parents short comings. The script is very well written and the acting is quite extraordinary throughout the entire film. The only real problem is that the movie feels a little too short, but perhaps it's better to quit while ones ahead. I'd recommend this film to anyone with an interest in human nature and all it's flaws.