Laura Vargas

I enjoyed the movie. The message I took from the movie was: It's ok to be different, always be yourself, people change/come and go, relationships are ever evolving, try something new, be humble, be kind and forgiving. The main character, Jessica, has an older sister in college who had been a very popular student in this school. Jessica follows her sisters advice by following a checklist of things that make you "popular". To my belief, Jessica's sister meant well but was somewhat trying to relive her middle school years through her. She provided Jessica a checklist to follow to fit in and be the coolest girl in school however Jessica miserably fails in every point. Meanwhile, her best friend is excelling in all cool points, Jessica does not want to disappoint her so she begins to keeps secrets from her to protect their friendship. Down the line, all secrets are exposed and trust is lost but given their history they make amends understanding this season of their lives is different as they both have different aspirations. Jessica realizes she cannot continue to be someone she's not in order to "fit in" and be "cool" and moves on to discover other talents she has. In reading the thread of reviews, I don't understand why people are commenting on Jessica's sexual preference? Why are you wanting to make this movie to be a romantic one. Why should Jessica be romantically involved with Hope? Jessica does have a connection with Hope, I agree however it's not a romantic one. She also has a connection with Aleck, which again I do not see it as a romantic one... it's clear to me that Aleck likes Jessica but she does not want a romantic relationship with anyone yet. To me this movie is about handling changes in your life and rolling with the punches, making the best out of each moment. Yes, you fall but what counts is how many times you get back up and continue standing. ♥