Review of Bob Trevino Likes It

I was lucky enough to view the premiere at SXSW and all I can say is that all the accolades and awards are very much deserved. Right out of the gate, the lead character Lily, masterfully portrayed by Barbie Ferreira, is so endearing and likable that you root for her and despise her dad, perfectly portrayed by French Stewart. John Leguizamo, in the role of the good Bob Trevino, plays such a normal, hard working man that has been through some tough times himself. Ferreira and Leguizamo show a friendship that doesn't seem forced or weird...it feels natural and innocent. The story sucks you in and before you know it, you're completely invested. There are times you laugh, you cry, you laugh-while-crying; all the way to the end. I haven't gotten this sucked into a film's storyline in a long time. No spoilers, but at the end, emotion swelled up in me and I was full on ugly crying. I turned to my friend and said that I felt like I needed some time to process everything. It's no wonder it won the big awards at SXSW. I want everyone I know to see it. If you get the opportunity, run to the theater and see it. You won't be disappointed.