This movie was a delightful departure from the many, many "kids" movies that I have seen over the last 10 years. True to the book (according to my 8 & 10 year olds). It brought back many humorous memories from that awkward time of life known as middle school. After the movie we talked about the charecters and discussed the value of being true to yourself instead of trying to please others. I left the theater satisfied and entertained for the 1st time in long while.