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I'm a big Lucy Hale fan... I think she's gorgeous and can act. That's why I gave this movie a shot. But honestly? It just fell short.

First off, I couldn't feel any real chemistry between the cast, it was awkward. You know those movies where you can almost see the sparks fly? Well, this wasn't one of them. The jokes didn't help either; they felt super forced and predictable, like someone wrote "something funny goes here" in the script.

I read other reviews and other people even said Lucy's humor "fell completely flat" and that she just doesn't click with her co-star here

Then there's the acting...it's kinda weird. People in this film say and do things like they're reading cue cards, not having real conversations. Normal folks don't talk or act like that. I wanted to give it a fair shot, I really did, but by the end I wished I'd bounced earlier.

Bottom line: Lucy Hale is great as always, but this movie? Not worth the time. No chemistry, cringe-y lines, and weird reactions... I regret sticking it out.

I loved the movie! I'm from Brazil and had no idea it was based on a true story. I honestly just saw the poster, thought it looked cool, and went in without knowing anything. I was completely pulled in. The film was so well made, visually stunning, emotionally powerful, and full of tension. The kid definitely makes some frustrating and even dumb decisions at times, but that's what makes it feel so real. He's a kid, after all, and kids don't always make the smartest choices, especially in a situation that terrifying. That just made it all the more heartbreaking and intense to watch. What a wild, gripping, and unforgettable experience. I'm really glad I watched it. My next step is to read the book. I'm so curious to see how it compares.