Before I Fall
Open Road Films (II) | Release Date: March 3, 2017
6.5
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Generally favorable reviews based on 92 Ratings
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Amari_SaliMar 3, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Overall: Mixed (Home Viewing)

While Deutch shines and definitely shows she has something worth more movies, and maybe series, taking advantage of, arguably she is without worthy peers in this movie. Which, when combined with the overdone and familiar elements of this film, keep it from being something noteworthy. For the whole Mean Girls angle has been done to death and while the looping, Groundhog Day, narrative was put to good use, it isn’t enough to say you must see this. The film definitely has its moments, but unless you are willing to give Deutch time to build up her character and setup the touching moments, you will get bored quickly. To the point that you may see this as a future Netflix & Chill type of movie.… Expand
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bfoore90Jul 25, 2017
Not very often that I get into these high school teen dramas but this is an exceptional film that is incredibly acted by the rather beautiful Zoey Deutch whose infectious smile lights up the screen despite some awkward dialogue and cliches.Not very often that I get into these high school teen dramas but this is an exceptional film that is incredibly acted by the rather beautiful Zoey Deutch whose infectious smile lights up the screen despite some awkward dialogue and cliches. The rest of the film is well directed with smooth camera work and some great shots to go along with it. The plot, while done before (GroundHog Day, Edge of Tomorrow, Butterfly Effect) and very slowly paced attempts to go its own way by films end and for the most part works for what its going for. The only issue I had with the film is it descends into cliche's that it can't separate itself from by films end. Overall score: B… Expand
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James093Apr 2, 2017
Personally, I Read the Book and I think the book is amazing and I really loved the book, Before I fall will be my favorite book of all time and I'm dying to watch the movie, I giving 10 because seeing the reviews I think the movie will bePersonally, I Read the Book and I think the book is amazing and I really loved the book, Before I fall will be my favorite book of all time and I'm dying to watch the movie, I giving 10 because seeing the reviews I think the movie will be epic and amazing like the book but It just annoyed me sometimes that the lines are completely changed from the book but overall everything is fresh for the audiences.… Expand
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marcmyworksJul 4, 2017
Not as bad as I thought it was going to be. For a romantic tween flick I have to give this film its props for being well acted and (somewhat) original. I think if there had been less montages and no voiceover it would have been even stronger.
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BeeceeJul 17, 2017
This "time loop" theme is familiar - I understand that it was done by the Twilight Zone, but was done to perfection by Groundhog Day. This film seems to pay tribute to its predecessor, in that the shallow teenage heroine wakes up eachThis "time loop" theme is familiar - I understand that it was done by the Twilight Zone, but was done to perfection by Groundhog Day. This film seems to pay tribute to its predecessor, in that the shallow teenage heroine wakes up each (same)day at the same time, with the same song playing on her iPhone. The introduction to the heroine and her group of friends in the first 25 minutes was tedious, and I had no interest in any of them - but the film became more interesting with each round. We learn the back stories for the main characters, and the heroine's transformation is believable. The end of the film genuinely surprised me, but it was foreshadowed by the narration. Overall, it was better than I thought it would be, and I'm way older than the film's cast.… Expand
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Voodoo123Feb 18, 2023
The superb cinematography, direction, casting, screenplay and soundtrack elevate the material above its budget weight class. This film is fantastic! While the premise isn't wholly original, the performances are memorable and the femaleThe superb cinematography, direction, casting, screenplay and soundtrack elevate the material above its budget weight class. This film is fantastic! While the premise isn't wholly original, the performances are memorable and the female perspective is intelligently conveyed avoiding obvious tropes and instead following logical character choices. It was clearly made with love and with a beating emotional love heart at its centre. The positive message to be kind to yourself and others was powerful. This movie kinda blew my socks off. As a side note watching some of the interviews with cast/director/writer this movie serves as a shining example of what a female led production and story can look like when it's not something forced by an agenda led studio push.… Expand
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Meth-dudeJul 13, 2017
Despite it's unoriginal and overused story, clichés characters, predictable actions and the fact that it was obviously aimed for a young teenage girl audience, Before I Fall still managed to keep me entertained. Overall, it's exactly what youDespite it's unoriginal and overused story, clichés characters, predictable actions and the fact that it was obviously aimed for a young teenage girl audience, Before I Fall still managed to keep me entertained. Overall, it's exactly what you would expect from a movie like this.… Expand
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HipsterDufusMar 4, 2017
I'm a male, age 50. I liked it, I mean really liked it. Good story, well acted, and will get to you in ways that really make you think. A well done, "live every day as if its your last" movie where it draws you in and leaves you guessingI'm a male, age 50. I liked it, I mean really liked it. Good story, well acted, and will get to you in ways that really make you think. A well done, "live every day as if its your last" movie where it draws you in and leaves you guessing about your own life.… Expand
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FfwalcottAug 16, 2020
No right choice can be made without a little sacrifice. This movie, although felt like a YA novel in the beginning, quickly grew into a series of lessons and perspectives. The ending was and wasn't a surprise to me because I felt it wasNo right choice can be made without a little sacrifice. This movie, although felt like a YA novel in the beginning, quickly grew into a series of lessons and perspectives. The ending was and wasn't a surprise to me because I felt it was absolutely felicitous. Everyone had a story made of choices in the past that affected and shaped their lives as well as the lives of others. But at the end of the day it isn't the choice you made yesterday that matters. It is what you do now and that point forward that counts the most. I think the main character substantiated that beautifully.… Expand
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