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TEN-year-old Auggie Pullman (Jacob Tremblay) was born with a facial d eformity that prevented him from going to a public school and making friend s like normal kid s. His mother Isabel (Julia Roberts), however, thinks it’s high time he spread s his wings.

So the boy reluctantly gives up his astronaut’s helmet (his source of comfort that helps him cover his face) and begins his fifth grad e.

As expected , Auggie’s unique look attractsstaresand bullies.Butashestruggles to fit in, his classmates and the local communitygrappletofind compassionand acceptance.

Based onthe bestseller by R.J. Palacio, is an inspiring story ofhowanord inarychild withanuncommon appearance can change people’s mind sets on life without even trying.

Some parents or child ren may be able to relate to how being d ifferent, or having a child who’s d ifferent, is hard . But everyone can learn that we can live with a bit of tolerance.

I like the film’s unique concept where the story is told from the perspectives of d ifferent characters. Isabel feels sad that her son isn’t accepted well by his peers but at the same time feels his going to school is necessary for his personal growth.

Auggie’s father Nate (Owen Wilson) wantstobethegood copbuthealsoknows exposure is good for Auggie.

Meanwhile, Auggie’s sister Via (Izabela Vid ovic) feels neglected as her parents’ attention is d irected toward s him.

In school, Auggie thinks he has managed tomakeonefriend ,Jack,butthelatter has a back story of his own.

It’s heartbreaking to see Auggie having to face strangers especially on his first d ay of school. The stud ents seem to not know that it’s rud e to stare!

shows how d ifferent people perceive others. It mad e me wond er what I would d o if I were to come across a person like Auggie. What would you d o?

I’ve had a blessed school experience where I d id n’t go through any bullying, so it’s quite d isheartening to see Auggie getting bullied . There are so many heartbreaking scenes but thankfully, there are

heartwarming ones too. It’s great to see how Auggie is so loved by those who know him best.

He is really a sweet, cool and funny kid once you get to know him. The friend ship and family d rama element is d efinitely strong.

Despite the many d ramatic moments that will make you cry buckets (or maybe that’s just me), I find that the scenes d on’t really have sufficient d epth. The trials in the characters’ lives could have been explored more.

I felt that the heavy stuff is kept at a minimum to cater to young aud iences but I really hope that at least some viewers will learn to accept others who are d ifferent.

There are cliche moments throughout the film, but it is essentially an uplifting, inspiringand feel-good film.Manylessons can be learnt from it.