Quote (stupidkid282 @ Aug 11 2018 07:03pm)
I actually really enjoyed it. I went to the movies knowing absolutely nothing about it, and it was entertaining.
Although I do believe that obvious key elements in books should be relayed into the movie adaptation, I don’t believe you should compare them.
The movie randomly decided to use the term "the high 5" without actually explaining it. This isn't the only example of things like this, just one of many.
There was zero development of Z and Arty, literally just the second time they meet Z days he loves her, it was so rushed and awkward.
Or what about the end when the police are like "we need to talk to you about that confession video you sent in" what fucking confession video? Literally nothing about this was mentioned in the film at all until this point. I don't understand how anyone could watch the movie, actually pay attention to it, and not be super fucking confused about everything.
Then there are things you only know if you read the book...They changed things like what Z wanted to do with the prize money for no reason. Plus the entire point is supposed to be 80s nostalgia, but literally everything in it was current pop culture.
If you liked the movie you clearly didn't pay attention and you were just amazed by the visuals. Good for you if that's what you enjoy.