![]() ![]() I'll admit to finding The Fault In Our Stars a bit too sickly sweet at times but when it scores, it scores very well. Hazel and Gus are heavily influenced by a book about a character who goes through the same experience as them except that the novel ends abruptly and this is a source of irritation for the both of them. Their parents try their best to be supportive whilst at the same time giving them space but they find this balance difficult at times. Hazel is more insular and reserved and is probably caused by the isolation forced upon her by the ongoing treatment. ![]() Gus is full of himself but not in an arrogant way, I thought it more of an inner confidence. Others who think you are better off not knowing what you are missing might see it less positively.Ī story about 2 teens (Hazel and Gus) who meet at a cancer support group might not immediately seem like something you would want to watch but it is funny at times and very positive in the main. Those like me who think it's better to have the good for however long than none at all will see it one way. How you view this story might depend on your opinion on loss. Still, to quote Hazel's favorite book, "pain demands to be felt." And feel it you will, which is more than okay.Any film that can force me to shed a tear gets extra marks and The Fault In Our Stars qualifies in this regard. Viewers will experience the wonder of falling in love but also the pain of knowing that someone you adore is dying. The supporting characters also deliver laudable performances: Wolff as Gus' blind best friend, and Dern and Trammell as one of the most loving set of parents ever depicted on page or screen. He manages to pull it off beautifully, never letting the character spin out of control or seem false. Woodley, a Golden Globe nominee and veteran of YA adaptations ( Divergent, The Spectacular Now), delivers a gentle, wickedly smart Hazel, who feels like a grenade about to go off but eventually realizes that she does deserve to be loved by Gus, even if their future is uncertain.īut as lovely as Woodley is as Hazel, the movie belongs to newcomer Elgort (who co-starred as Woodley's brother in Divergent), who has the tough job of being solicitous, sexy, smart, and sensitive all at the same time. There's a sense of panic that the director, screenwriter, and cast won't capture everything you love about the words and characters the author created. ![]() While The Fault in Our Stars isn't a word-for-word translation (nor should it be), it's an adaptation that does Green, Hazel, and Augustus justice. Anyone who's ever loved a book knows the hesitance and wariness that mingle with excitement when a beloved novel is turned into a big-screen production. As long as your teens are ready for all the feelings, sadness, and romance, this is a lovely film to watch with them, especially since Hazel's parents are portrayed so positively (they're supportive, loving, and understanding). Gus also frequently puts unlit cigarettes in his mouth. Language is rare but does include one use of "f-k," as well as words like "s-t" and "a-hole." The teen characters drink champagne together, and a key adult supporting character is a drunk who's nearly always sipping from something. The central relationship is beautiful and mature and does lead to a love scene, which is handled tastefully for teen audiences (a girl's naked back and boy's chest are seen). Due to the subject matter, it should come as no surprise that the movie can get emotionally intense - especially when there's a devastating death. Parents need to know that The Fault in Our Stars is a tear-jerking love story about two deep-thinking teens with cancer and is based on one of the most beloved young adult books in recent history, by superstar author John Green. Keeping Kids Motivated for Online Learning.Use these free activities to help kids explore our planet, learn about global challenges, think of solutions, and take action. ![]()
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