I really enjoyed this movie. My son grew up alongside Andy, and is now also ready for college, so that added another dimension (and box of Kleenex) for me. HOWEVER: the 3-D effects are limited and not worth the inflated ticket price.
I went to see this movies as a companion to my 13-yr-old son; I am so glad to be the mother of boys! It made me want to go out and get a skateboard! The camera angles really intensified the action, and the 3D effects are great! Very exciting and entertaining, and I felt like I got to know the actors and genuinely liked them.