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MattyiceSep 27, 2021

As good as much of the music was in the original Broadway show, it had backbreaking issues in its story and lead character. The film somehow manages to not only fail to address these major problems but exacerbates them to levels I didn'tAs good as much of the music was in the original Broadway show, it had backbreaking issues in its story and lead character. The film somehow manages to not only fail to address these major problems but exacerbates them to levels I didn't think were possible. Dear Evan Hansen is a morally perverted movie with a repugnant message. Ben Platt (in spite of being a good singer and the original lead in the show) is horribly out of place amongst actors who look way younger than him, which adds an even greater sense of uneasiness to Evan's harrowing actions throughout the story. Finally, the film makes a total mockery of mental health, anxiety, and suicide in one of the most sickening ways I've seen. Without spoiling too much, the story is poor at best, and predatory and sadistic at worst. It's no Cats in that its production design is ok, but the absolutely nauseating message, plot, lead, and treatment of major societal issues makes this adaptation very hard to swallow and makes me question how this disgusting show managed to win a Tony. Giving it anything other than a zero would be a moral failure on my part.… Expand

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DestrathOct 13, 2021

The movie gets a couple points for good music and their weak attempts to tackle some important issues. Everything else about the movie was either a huge disappointment or highly uncomfortable. The main character, who we are supposed to rootThe movie gets a couple points for good music and their weak attempts to tackle some important issues. Everything else about the movie was either a huge disappointment or highly uncomfortable. The main character, who we are supposed to root for, plays out like a manipulative sociopath. The love interest is bland and one-dimensional. The best characters are shoved into the background where they can't help save the movie or provide substantial positive messages for grieving, mental health and other teen issues. Instead the message devolves into how it's ok to use deceit instead of hard work to get what you want and it's ok to shame those who question your lies. How did this movie get made?!… Expand

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NoahboyOct 10, 2021

Yeah, this one's kinda wack. It's a movie where you want to scream at the protagonist for the stupid decisions he continues to make throughout

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LancedSoulSep 24, 2021

Dear Evan Hansen,

Why did Ben Platt reprise the role of your character and here's why: because Marc Platt's son is 27 years old, means that he is too old to play a teenager high school students! Turns out this movie isn't that good afterDear Evan Hansen,

Why did Ben Platt reprise the role of your character and here's why: because Marc Platt's son is 27 years old, means that he is too old to play a teenager high school students!

Turns out this movie isn't that good after all. Because why would it be?

I wish the different actors will play Evan Hansen, just so the movie will not be controversy.

Sincerely, it lacking the charm of Stephen Chbosky's movies:
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drcompOct 2, 2021

An incredibly emotional, important, and powerful movie musical. The songs are some of the best ever written, and Ben Platt's performance is breathtaking. The entire cast is world-class and the ability to see their emotion up close had myAn incredibly emotional, important, and powerful movie musical. The songs are some of the best ever written, and Ben Platt's performance is breathtaking. The entire cast is world-class and the ability to see their emotion up close had my entire family in tears. The movie also manages to keep things light sometimes with a great balance. GO SEE IT!… Expand

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Spideyfan4LifeSep 24, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A morally bankrupt and frankly disgusting story, without going into spoilers I just have to say that this is one of the most horrible messages I've ever seen in any genre or medium, if you're watching the movie then you probably know that it's about a suicide of a boy named Conner but that character is done such a horrific disservice and the respect paid to that character is non-existent and the movie actually validates why victims take their own lives with how absolutely evil some of these characters are and how they don't even care about Conner at all!! Do not see this, it's truly awful and offensive and Evan himself is absolutely revolting.… Expand

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kyreneburnOct 2, 2021

Personally, I really enjoyed the movie because the whole point is watching Evan overcome his struggles while also growing through something horrible he did. The hardest part for me to get past was Ben Platt's age gap. I love him and hisPersonally, I really enjoyed the movie because the whole point is watching Evan overcome his struggles while also growing through something horrible he did. The hardest part for me to get past was Ben Platt's age gap. I love him and his voice, but they did not do his face justice (if it was even possible to do so).… Expand

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MovReviewsOct 10, 2021

This movie is very good and captures kinda just depression & loss very well with a comedy aspect! However, It feels like the story has too many climaxes that drag the story out for too long.

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MetacriticOnurSep 24, 2021

bad
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not good in any manner or degree.

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OrijantmapleSep 29, 2021

Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad Bad!

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HylannSep 24, 2021

The cast knocks this one out of the park once again! Ben was spectacular as Evan. You definitely need to see this and for your own opinions.

There’s lots of criticism about the plot, because the whole story revolves around the lie that EvanThe cast knocks this one out of the park once again! Ben was spectacular as Evan. You definitely need to see this and for your own opinions.

There’s lots of criticism about the plot, because the whole story revolves around the lie that Evan tells. But, life is nuanced and people are imperfect; is ridiculous to expect films to have only perfect and unflawed characters.… Expand

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marco34laSep 25, 2021

This was one of the most painful movies to sit through. Aside from having the worst premise ever, it also have the most mundane, uninspired, music and lyrics I've ever heard. I needed to up my meds after seeing this.

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st_sgibbsSep 26, 2021

This movie is NOT as bad as the “critics” are sawing and it’s mostly aimed at the fact they think Ben is too old for the role. I didn’t get ANY of the subtle notes that the critics felt his acting gave a maliciousness to his character. IThis movie is NOT as bad as the “critics” are sawing and it’s mostly aimed at the fact they think Ben is too old for the role. I didn’t get ANY of the subtle notes that the critics felt his acting gave a maliciousness to his character. I think it was a well made movie and gave a proper ending that people can feel happy with. I think it’s more or less a plot subject that makes people uncomfortable. Suicide, depression, and mental illness is no joking matter and this movie does a well job of bringing it to light. Please don’t listen to the critics and give this movie a chance.… Expand

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gubo97000Dec 22, 2021

This movie is incredibly precious, I seriously don't understand the negativity around it, I feel that all the criticism come from the same lack of empathy that this movie asks to find again.

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mmasilunganSep 24, 2021

Great movie. Loved it. Heavy and poignant. The music was well sung and produced. Better than critics reviews say.

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DawdlingPoetMar 6, 2022

This is a film that hits close to home for me - a film about a shy and socially anxious teenager trying to get through his high school years (that was me), who finds his actions being accidentally misinterpreted, that may be the best way toThis is a film that hits close to home for me - a film about a shy and socially anxious teenager trying to get through his high school years (that was me), who finds his actions being accidentally misinterpreted, that may be the best way to put it. Its a quite poignant film, although its also fairly cheesy or corny as its a musical but I felt it handled the themes relatively well overall. Many people criticise the main performance as the actor (Ben Platt) is clearly much older than the character is meant to be - I agree, that is clearly the case and it is a bit distracting but it didn't entirely spoil the film for me because I could overlook it and concentrate on the plot at hand (ignoring the age issue). Yes, I'd recommend this film, if the issue with Ben Platt doesn't put you off too much. I thought it's got a good mix of singing based scenes and 'regular' dialogue based scenes and its somewhat thought provoking, although I imagine people with no experience of social anxiety may feel its a little long winded and perhaps a bit self indulgent.… Expand

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AdamWalker-Sep 26, 2021

The only good thing about this movie are the songs there all bad.
not at all recommended.

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TonRotSep 26, 2021

Masterful telling of tale of teen whose anxiety and kindness suck him into hurting others. Beware of critics who appear unfamiliar with the ability of passive teens to be drawn into doing things they would never set out to do, a teen’sMasterful telling of tale of teen whose anxiety and kindness suck him into hurting others. Beware of critics who appear unfamiliar with the ability of passive teens to be drawn into doing things they would never set out to do, a teen’s ability act in the moment oblivious of what will happen next, and the comfort level among many to discuss treatment with peers. Folks who don’t like the film also appear to have missed many of the details: they criticize the fact that Jared is mean to Evan when he is supposed to be his friend— seemingly clueless that he most definitely is not a friend, as Jared makes clear. Ben Platt is 27. Perhaps I am too old to care because I don’t. He good in the role.… Expand

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tseymour18Sep 27, 2021

I'm sorry but the negative reviews are ridiculous. This film is a beautiful story. its literally the point of the musical / the film. Obviously people are too nit-picky these days.

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LuissDtApr 1, 2022

Although Dear Evan Hansen's performances and music are charming, it doesn't entirely save the movie from being a bit disappointing But for me, it does what it takes to be satisfying.

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Pontoon01Sep 27, 2021

I really enjoyed the film and the new songs, it was great to see the musical come to life on the big screen and Ben and the rest of the cast were magnificent.

As for the criticism around Ben's age, he is only 28 for goodness sake (and II really enjoyed the film and the new songs, it was great to see the musical come to life on the big screen and Ben and the rest of the cast were magnificent.

As for the criticism around Ben's age, he is only 28 for goodness sake (and I assume 27 when this was filmed), in the 80s this age group always played teenagers in film and TV, anyone talking rubbish about this is just doing it for dramatic reasons, he was still convincing as Evan and nothing felt wrong or out of place to me, plus Ben did it for the fans because most people see Ben as Evan and for that I thank him :)… Expand

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TnbSep 27, 2021

Don’t listen to the haters, especially if you’re a fan of the original.

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ConnorWOct 8, 2021

This movie was amazing in my opinion. Yes, there are some songs they could've kept. Such as Anybody Have A Map? It could've given us more information about Connor and how life was really like for him. But, I loved the movie so much. Not asThis movie was amazing in my opinion. Yes, there are some songs they could've kept. Such as Anybody Have A Map? It could've given us more information about Connor and how life was really like for him. But, I loved the movie so much. Not as good as the musical but still amazing! Definitely worth watching! Hope it'll be online or something other than theaters soon.… Expand

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AnthonyoshiOct 15, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What to say about Dear Evan Hansen: The Movie… it’s good but the camera work needs some work. Around 5 minutes in during a music school scene it randomly cuts from one view to a different angle of the scene. The music isn’t that bad either. It’s just that some of the songs from the musical aren’t in the movie. Also Jared is mean so I hate him…… Expand

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ColePOct 15, 2021

Honestly I have no clue why people hate this movie; it really went above and beyond my expectations. A lot of users are saying that they dislike the main character, but throughout the film we see how he is pushed into his lies by his ownHonestly I have no clue why people hate this movie; it really went above and beyond my expectations. A lot of users are saying that they dislike the main character, but throughout the film we see how he is pushed into his lies by his own insecurities and by trying to comfort the Connor’s family. Watch the movie and you’ll instantly understand why telling the truth wasn’t really an option for him in the beginning, taking in his personality and life. Also, personally, I think that Ben Platt really looks like a high schooler for most of the scenes (there are one or two where the illusion slips), and his and the rest of the cast’s performances are absolutely stellar. The music is done really well and I loved every second of it. I cried a little during an especially touching scene with Connor’s dad. Please dont listen to the haters and just watch it. It’s really good!… Expand

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TVJerrySep 28, 2021

I hope they stocked plenty of Gatorade on the set of this movie…with the constant stream of tears, this cast surely stayed dehydrated. Ben Platt returns to his Tony-winning role as a high schooler with psychological issues. His letter toI hope they stocked plenty of Gatorade on the set of this movie…with the constant stream of tears, this cast surely stayed dehydrated. Ben Platt returns to his Tony-winning role as a high schooler with psychological issues. His letter to himself gets misconstrued in ways that cause great pain for him and others. You have to get over his age (he’s 28 playing 17), because Platt is still mesmerizing. His singing is packed with emotion and depth, while his performance is complex and compelling. Almost all of the songs are plaintive, sad tearjerkers. The themes around social media and other teen issues become the dominant story. Director Stephen Chbosky presents the songs in a straightforward manner (sometimes cutaways to supporting events), but no flashy re-imagining. Even though I saw the musical on stage, my tendency is not to compare them, but the theatre version seemed more fun and dramatic, while this film leans heavily on the teen angst. As a result, this is a too-long tearfest with some strong moments and a lot of message.… Expand