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So maybe it isn't an Oscar winner, but Stick It was, by far, certainly not the worst movie to hit theaters this year. No, Tristan & Isolde would take that honor. Still, I thought this movie was worth a review written by someone who was not so obviously a guy dragged to the theater by his girlfriend and by someone with some prior experience in the gymnastics world.

While this is not a movie that adults will credit as worth while, the younger generations (13-20) will certainly find it entertaining. The comedy, in my opinion, was well scripted and executed. The actors will not win any awards for their performances, but they were able to bring the characters to life and make them seem real.

The struggle shown for the girls in the gymnastics competitions is one that most competitors face. The judges are harsh and the rules, some of them, are ridiculous.

The movie is ultimately about overcoming the obstacles thrown in your life, finding someone who will believe in you no matter what, and realizing what is most important to you.

I would certainly recommend this movie.

This is a movie I SHOULD have hated. It fits into several genres I normally can't stand. It's a teen movie (hate them), it's a sports movie (hate them), it's a formulaic troubled teen makes good with help of mentor movie (you get the idea). It came on cable one day and I ended up sticking with it-I'm glad I did. Instead of hating it, I found myself enjoying it quite a bit. It's definitely formulaic, but so are 95% of the movies out there, anyway. They just pull off the formula very well. Gymnastics is something I have a great deal of respect for (unlike figure skaters, sorry), those people are hardcore athletes. The scenes involving the actual gymnastics, whether in competition or practice, are filmed quite creatively. The actors are cast well, also, especially the lead. She looks so...all-American, for lack of a better description, and can actually act. I'm not a teenager, BTW, so I would imagine teens would enjoy this even more.

Quibbles? The music. It's not my taste (except for blink 182). Other than that, for this type of movie, they did a good job. This isn't supposed to be Taxi Driver or Fargo-just a relatively light, feel-good movie that hits the target it was aiming for.

In 'Stick It' Missy Peregrym plays Haley Graham, a troubled ex-gymnast. When her adolescent antics bring her before the judge, she is given the choice of either jail time or back to training. Burt Vickerman (Jeff Bridges) is reluctant to bring her back. After walking out on the national championship, she is hard to trust. She let a lot of people down that day, friends and foes alike, but not everything is what it seems.

For what it was, this was an okay film. Most of the cast did surprisingly well, the choreography was really good. I think most of the actresses did their own routines. There is something of a surprise ending with a good message in the end.

However, I think this movie was fairly slow and not very believable. Haley appears to be too old for such competition. But, I think anyone who likes gymnastics or appreciates the competition will like this film.

OK Sure, we have all seen this plot line thousands of times before, a "bad" kid runs afoul of the law/parents/teachers blah blah blah. They have to go back and compete in the sport/competition that they were considered to be a natural in "You have more raw talent then I have even seen before." They make good on that promise and redeem themselves and yes everything is right with the world. OK I admit it, I like it every time I see it. We all root for the underdog, it's the freaking American way people!!! Go see this movie, it's entertaining, well shot and has a few laughs along the way to boot. I thought it was well done and easy to watch.

The beginning of the movie was quite surprising and I wasn't quite sure what I was going to watch next. Everything became clear a little later. Technically well-made film, very modern cinematography and wonderfully executed. Missy Peregrym does a good role as a rebellious but talented gymnast. Jeff Bridges is in the film in a somewhat surprising role. He also performs very well. The movie is a feel-good movie. I bravely took the movie from my collection and put it in the player. Sometimes it's worth trying without prejudice. Watch this if you want to cheer up your everyday life. You might be surprised.

Well as a 12 year competitive gymnast, and only one year away from the Olympics, i know what it's like to do all the things that those girls were doing on the movie Stick it! I know what its like when people are jealous of you, I didn't let it bother me, i loved it, But i fell in love with the movie, The best movie i have ever seen, i just wish i was in it. So for anyone who plans on doing another gymnastics movie, I'm here. But i think they did a great job on matching the actresses with the real gymnast. And i have worked out with several of the real gymnast of Stick it. It was great, hard but great and loved every moment of it. If i had the chance i would do it all over again. And after that one girl fell off the beam, and Burt told Joanne Charis she was able to go to the classics, and she gets excited and shes jumping on the floor and falls, honestly if we are not on 4 inches, we do fall, i think most gymnast get hurt more walking down the street than we do in gymnastics.

I saw the film with some friends, expecting a shallow film similar to 'Bring It On-' cheesy, fake, and unbearable to watch more than once.

To my surprise, this film has substance, which just might inspire viewers to... (I can't say- I might spoil the plot!) While 'Stick It' still has the essence of the teen chick flick (the jokes, cattiness and sarcastic remarks), it has a good message for young girls and doesn't fit the cookie-cutter plot that we are used to seeing from Hollywood. I recommend it young adults and anyone who wants a good laugh and some light entertainment. Although it most likely won't be hailed by critics, it's a slight breeze of fresh air- for what it's worth.

Drenched in rainbow colors and featuring multiple training montages scored to Green Day and Blink 182 (including a Busby Berkeley-inspired synchronized stretching sequence), Stick It assumes an insolent air while thoroughly adhering to countless clichés, from the bitchy adversary (Vanessa Lengies's Joanne) who ultimately joins forces with Haley, to the superfluous comedic relief characters (played by Kellan Lutz and John Patrick Amedori), to the eventual triumph achieved via the girls' decision to reject their manipulative parents and be themselves. That the film tries too hard to strike a hardcore pose is epitomized by Peregrym, whose charisma as Haley—a sweet Skittle masquerading as a Sour Patch Kid—is often undercut by her strained efforts to behave simultaneously cute, bratty, and tough.

At its candy-coated center, however, Bendinger's directorial debut is just another hypocritical tween-targeted drama in the Bend it Like Beckham mold, one that strives to celebrate feminist self-actualization while also delivering objectifying close-ups of teenage girls' asses and washboard abs. And despite its climax's attempts to denigrate athletic/artistic criticism by portraying gymnastics judges as fascists who are secretly jealous of those they're judging (a jab often leveled against those in the film reviewing profession), I won't be swayed from supplying my own final Stick It verdict: starts off shaky, mildly efficient through its mid- section, but fails to nail its landing.

I have to admit, when i first came across this movie i was sceptical. I thought it was another teen movie, and while it it, more than 10 years after the movie came out i still find myself enjoying the movie!

There is humour, there are the token low points. What this movie has, is great actors (in my opinion), who are actually enjoying what they're doing. I've seen this movie several times and enjoy it, laugh along with it, every damn time.

If you want a fun sports movie that goes a little into the world of gymnastics, this is for you.

So much angst! This movie has a lot going for it. The cinematography is surprisingly strong at points, the plot is simple, and the characters are interesting. The main character, Haley, is both super likable and frustratingly unlikable at the same time.

While there was a depth to Haley and the other girls, we barely scratched the surface of their lives. The story was a little underdeveloped in spots and I would have liked to see the ramifications of their actions in the finale. That being said, I enjoyed watching these girls "stick it".

Best Character: Mina Best Scene: Scratching Best Quote: "I'm so pissed at that kid. We were totally gonna throw drinks on you. I feel so upstaged." - Frank Best Piece of Score: "Hittin' the Bars"

Haley Graham (Missy Peregrym) is a rebellious teen forced to attend a tough gymnastics academy after driving a motorcycle through a window. There, she gets into it with the tough coach (Jeff Bridges) and other girls, but they all have to work together if they want to win a gymnastic championship.

Stick It is a delightful comedy that features memorable dialog and fun performances. The film itself is pretty standard but it was still a lot of fun to watch. I think the screenplay played a big part in the entertainment factor. There were many great lines and scenes which was surprising since the trailer was kind of lame. However, I went in expecting a cheesy comedy and I had a good time. It was pretty corny yet director and screenwriter Jessica Bendinger had a good balance of the cheesiness so that it never became too much to bear.

There were a couple of things I didn't like about the film though. The second half was a bit more serious and therefore not as funny. As in most comedies, there's always a serious shift and it was just awkward when it happened. This had more to do with the performers rather than the director. Another thing, the message of the film was kind of stupid. I know, this is a harmless comedy and it shouldn't be taken seriously yet it was kind of lame to have all the contestants scratch because they weren't getting their way. It could have been a good idea because contestants do seem to get mad at the judges all the time but I didn't like the way they carried it out here.

The acting was pretty good with Missy Peregrym giving the best performance. Her line delivery was perfect and she had many charming scenes. Hopefully, there will be more of her in the future. Jeff Bridges was decent although he could have done this role in his sleep. Vanessa Lengies was good as a supporting player even though her character was pretty annoying. The rest of the performances were passable except for both Nikki SooHoo and Maddy Curly. They were just too wooden and just appeared awkward throughout the movie. Overall, Stick It was purely a guilty pleasure for me. It's no masterpiece but I did have fun while I was watching it. Rating 7/10

While of course its not Oscar material, this movie is just a blast to watch! I left the theater in a better mood then I was before I went in. In my opinion, that says a lot about a movie. If you are looking for a film to make you feel good and put a smile on your face, this is definitely a good pick.

The character Hayley brings a sarcastic form of humor that constantly keeps you laughing. The writing is sharp and sophisticated, much more entertaining than its predecessor "Bring It On". I would highly recommend this movie if you are looking for a good time, or need a break from the real world.

OK, the plot, like your typical pre-teen movie...it's hard to follow... She needs money for something, and somehow it's going to get her out of "doing time" for wrecking a house under-construction back home?

What makes this movie hilarious and memorable are the quotes. cliché? yes! Stupid? Yes! Sure-to-be-repeated in schools across America for a year and a half? OF COURSE! little things like the double-handed "rock-on" symbol followed by the words "too much rock for one hand!" and the antics of two crazy boys whom I hate to admit, are like many boys I do know, will make it a smash-hit.

It's a step below Bring It On, there will never be another Bring It but Stick It makes a case for itself. Girls who think they are hard-a**es everywhere will be quoting these chicks for months and years to come!

So I just returned from Stick It, because my date didn't want to see Silent Hill and we both hate action movies, leaving our options limited. But enough about me, more about this abortion of cinema that is "Stick It".

What would best sum up just why this movie in particular was just so darn bad, was the entire lack of character development. Hailey is our supposed "punk rock rebel" (if you didn't get the hint from the devil's horns symbols over...23 times, highlighted by the "Too much rock for one hand!") who just goes against the grain for...well one would think I would have an answer for that one, but I don't. Her little smart ass comments that are supposed to make her sound witty and deep, turn her into just an ass. Like the kid in the back of class that keeps talking until he says something funny, no matter how stupid his witticisms sound. Way-Way is also subject to the lack of character development. The viewer is never let in on that she might be something of a loser or a nerd, leaving her big balance dance as nothing more than "Let's have an Asian try to be black, teenagers love that stuff!" The viewer does not know who to side with, because all of the characters are not people that would be considered decent human beings. Hailey and her friends are stupid "punks" (my God I use that term lightly), Joanne is the dumb blonde who just mixes words together and that is supposed to be perceived as funny, and .

The only decent thing about the movie is the gymnastics because it is very good, but to have the same anticipation building sequence repeated again and again destroys the beauty that is there.

0 out of 5 1 out of 10

Didn't know what to expect from this movie, the movie surprised me a lot. The first bit was slow and I thought it was going to be a bad movie but it really picked up and made me go "Whoa" I really enjoyed the acting of Missy Peregrym(Hailey), she really deserves to get more parts and I hope to see her in many future movies. None of the other actors really stood out, except for her.

The gymnastics were so good, and so well coordinated, you have to give kudos to the girls in the movie for doing all that. Pretty much every time I was amazed that they can do that, and I wonder what other people can do like that. Just spectacular.

My 10 year old daughter (and her parents) all thought that this movie was right on target with its intended audience. The acting was generally very good and there were many funny and clever moments in the film. Even though this genre of film is generally dismissed by serious film critics, it still has a place of significance among certain young audiences. As such, I believe that this film met most of the important criteria for this genre of film. Also, the topic of extraordinarily talented female gymnastics is of great interest to many young woman such as my daughter and her friends. Generally, the actor/gymnasts were believable and had enough personality to make for quite an interesting story. Jeff Bridges also seemed to make for an interesting and believable coach.

1) Jessica Bendinger.

Honestly, I was really disappointed in this. The trailers made it look like it had something new to say, like there would be a new spin or that at least the dialogue would be clever and the gymnastic sequences really hoppin. But alas, the trailer is a trillion times better than the film. What you see is cliché after cliché, horrid directing on the action and the actors. It stands out when you see Wei Wei's (the wacky Asian character that's totally gonna show the world that she's more than just a 'cardboard one dimensional we gotta please the studio by putting in an Asian' character) reactions.

Every line, every joke every reaction felt forced unless it was coming from a) Vanessa Lengies or b) Jeff Bridges, because clearly they're the only two that are or are going to be A list actors and were way too good to be in this flick.

Missy Peregrym is incredible looking, but can't hold the film and really... a bad ass? Come on. Oh, wait, OK, I didn't see her do the devil horns with her hands 60 times, I totally buy it now. Nevermind. My bad.

Speaking of bad writing. I didn't know how old Bendinger was so I tried not to judge, but while watching it, it felt like it was written by a 40yr old white woman who thinks that this is how teenagers talk. Oh and really, what was with the farting in the car? I'm all for a good fart joke when they're funny, but these were out of place and served no purpose to developing (ha) the characters.

OK OK, I'll stop now. So in conclusion, don't waste your money. You may be saying to yourself 'dude, you're not the target audience' This is true, but I dig chick flicks and teen comedies and dance movies. I watched 'Take the Lead' last week and loved it. It was everything this movie wanted to be, the scenes were tight and the dancing was hot. So go see that movie if you like this shite. Thankfully I watched 'Hard Candy' right before I saw this, so my night wasn't a total waste. I'm sure you're happy for me.

Yep! You read that right. And, I enjoyed it, each and every time.

I never heard of Missy Peregrym, or Vanessa Lengies, before this. But, I have a strong feeling they will be getting a whole lot more work, from now on.

Missy plays Haley "the Cracker" Graham. A rebellious teenage gymnast who walked out on the sport a few years earlier. After learning that her then-coach (played by John Kapelos, ex-FOREVER KNIGHT) was apparently involved with her mother on a less-than-professional basis!

She is court-ordered to join a gym owned by Burt Vickerman (Jeff Bridges). A former male gymnast with a Bela Karoly-like reputation for injured students. He and Haley gradually learn to grudgingly respect each other. Enough to take their four-girl team to another pre-Olympic world championship.

Now, this movie might seem like a fluff piece, based on the way the trailers are edited. But, if you sit through it, you realize that it cooks up a lot of valid food-for-thought. Why do real-life sport judges go for consistency over innovation? Did the gymnast, for whom the Sukahara Move is named, get initially penalized for what he or she pioneered? Don't they remember what Ralph Waldo Emerson said about foolish consistencies and little minds?

I think the next time real-life judges act less-than-impartial (which seems to be the rule, rather than the exception), at a real-life gymnastics tournament, the real-life female gymnasts should instigate a little civil disobedience. After all: over-paid footballers, baseballers, and hockey players have gone on strike. And, eventually, been forgiven for it. Why not under-appreciated female gymnasts, who (because they are required to be "amateurs") don't enjoy seasonal salaries of seven or more figures?

Thanks for letting me vent.

There are many reviews here that are critical of various aspects of this movie and many of them are valid in one way or another. but, and this is a really big but with me, the movie has several scenes that glorify the beauty of the human body, and spirit, through motion in space. in other words, it has some great moments showing dance. It pokes fun at the stick up their butt judges, and deservedly so in my book. Personally I think the artistry of dance is well combined here with the unreal things gymnasts accomplish. it had just enough of that to keep me on board all the way.

Jack

"Good thing I didn't like falling. I loved it"

The athletisicm, writing, cinematography, soundtrack. I was never a gymnast, my younger sister was. Level 10. Thank God or I would have missed this gem.

"It's delicious"

First of all my wife and I, love this film. We are both huge fans of Gymnastics and it is difficult to find a movie, or even a documentary which captures the emotion of the sport the way "Stick it" does. On the surface of this film its about young girls flipping around a mat, and flying off of the uneven bars but, it goes deep into the inner workings of the competitive arena. In addition to the competitive insight, this film gives a glimpse into how parents are so influential in the lives of their children. In the scenes between the lead character "Haley" and the adults in this film, clearly shows the struggle that these kids have. All too many times these girls are forced into a sport and expected, by their folks and their coaches, to do extraordinary things. Not too many people who watch gymnastics on TV would know how much pressure these girls have on them from their parents, from their coach, and from their teammates. They have all of this stress and then they compete and the judges don't do the competitors justice.

I thank the writers of this film for finally bringing a quality movie about the reality of the sport. I highly recommend this film.

I also saw this movie this past weekend, and was sadly disappointed. If it weren't for the flipping and tumbling, my attention would have been utterly lost. The acting was not what I would call great, and the story line was appallingly weak. There were a few moments in the movie in which I wanted to laugh, but could not bring myself to it. This movie is probably better suited for the younger crowd (9-13). However, the stunts were excellent. I was impressed by a lot of the flips and the reality of the typical gymnast's life. But, I think that they hired gymnasts instead of actors. If you are going to see this movie, do not get your hopes up, you might be disappointed as well.