I had a couple of problems with this movie, starting with the fact that it played like it was made in 1985. Characters, plot and story development all seemed that dated. The bully/villain is a truly hateful character, and you keep waiting for him to get what's coming to him. The problem is....he never does, which makes you want to scream.
On the other hand, maybe that's the point. The fight for LGBTQ rights is STILL far from over and, while lots of gay teens are hopefully living more of "Love, Simon" kind of existence now, millions undoubtedly around the world are not. This film may be a reminder to get out there and do whatever you can to help fight homophobia among our youth.
On the other hand, maybe that's the point. The fight for LGBTQ rights is STILL far from over and, while lots of gay teens are hopefully living more of "Love, Simon" kind of existence now, millions undoubtedly around the world are not. This film may be a reminder to get out there and do whatever you can to help fight homophobia among our youth.