I just got done watching, heres what I think...
First of all, the movie critic inside me must complain about a few things. First, the acting. Every actor in the movie (other than the guy who played the main character, who was actually strong) was laughably bad. Their reactions and delivery of lines was awful. The writing was corny, and just terrible at times.
If you are able to get past this, it's still enjoyable, especially for people like us who can relate. There were several parts of the movie, where I just shook my head thinking to myself "Ive totally been there." I would recommend it to anybody on this website due to the story, but I don't think anybody who can't relate to SA would enjoy it.
Overall, Im glad I watched it and it was worth my 3 dollars. It was sweet and motivating.
***Spoilers***
My life is so much like Maxwell Sweetwaters. Back in High School I had friends, was a good student, and was told I had potential by several people. I wasn't a star athlete or homecoming king, but I had my own thing going. My anxiety wasn't really anxiety back then, just a low self esteem Ive always had for whatever reason. So I avoided going out like Mad Max. Now that Im a bit older (though younger than Max), I live with friends as well. When we hang out in the living room, I usually look zoned out and disinterested in whatever we are doing or talking about. Im not doing well in school anymore and I don't have a job. Im not reaching that potential. My place is a complete **** hole, I don't shave, I just, and I quote "sit around stuffing my face watching TV all day." I just hope I get a happy ending too.