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It's one of those movies aimed at children that I used to watch a lot when I was a kid during the afternoon TV slots. The script, while quite predictable, somehow manages to draw you in. There's a compelling element that keeps you engaged, perhaps the charm of simplicity combined with a touch of humor and innocence.

The movie does an excellent job of conveying its message, skillfully portraying life lessons in a manner that's easy for children to understand. It even succeeds in making the audience understand the main antagonist in a convencing way. The editing is well done, especially for a low budget film.

Speaking of performances, the child actors are really good and have chemistry. The film is not just fun but also sprinkles plenty of laughs throughout, making it a delightful watch for both children and adults who appreciate a light-hearted, feel-good family movie.

A heartwarming film with a unique style and a plot I guarantee you've never seen. Original and smart, this film covers all the pressures that children face to fit in, fear of being seen as the different or 'smart' one, and what true friendship and support actually looks like. I was also thrilled to be legitimately surprised by the ending, something that rarely, if ever happens with children's films.

This is a great film to watch with the 'different' kid in your life, whether they are othered by their intelligence, their disability, their appearance, or anything else. A lovely supportive story that everyone can learn from.

I literally came into this movie with little to no expectations and no idea what it was about. I was completely blown away at the genius of the writing and execution of the script. I laughed (a lot) and teared up (a bit). Definitely recommend if you 1) have kids 2) want a cute feel-good movie or 3) want to connect with your nerdy inner child.

As a young girl with a strong inner nerd who desperately wanted to be popular, I really related to the theme of this film. I loved it so much. Go see this movie if you need a little pick me up or just want to see some great acting and witness some great writing.

This was a heart-warming family movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. The two gifted students' friendship has its ups and downs; we observe them as they are learning about themselves and each other. They also must learn how to navigate the high school with all the challenges of diversity and levels of maturity. There were amusing scenes that had me laughing out loud and also touching scenes that made me teary-eyed. The music enhanced the movie; I will watch this again to better appreciate what I may have missed during my first viewing. All in all, it had a wonderful cast and a clever plot. Kudos to Ali Scher, director and co-writer!

A beautifully done fun and heartwarming film about friendship and being who you are. Director Ali Scher did such an incredible job using color to tell a story.

This is a great story about two wickedly smart pre-teens (and some other "unpopulars") who struggle to fit in at school, and even at home. They find solace in science and develop a chemical for the school science fair that makes you popular. Erwin struggles to maintain objectivity as the desire to have friends and be popular weighs on her. In the end the story is about loving yourself and being kind to others. Do they win the science fair? You'll have to watch to find out!