Diary of a Wimpy Kid

I don't know if it's because I'm an elementary school teacher, or if I'm just a kid at heart, but I absolutely love the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" books. They are hysterical, making me laugh outloud while I am reading it. So when I heard they were making a movie of the first book, I was, as to be expected, very excited.

The original preview for the movie didn't look so great to me. After seeing it, I thought, "Uh-oh. This is going to be like other stupid live-action movies for kids." Well, I'm glad I was wrong, because this film was just as funny as the books.

If you are not already familiar with the books, here's what you need to know: Greg Heffley (played very well by Zachard Gordon) is in middle school. He is desperately looking for something to be good at in order to gain popularity. His friend Rowley (Robert Capron, who is pee-your-pants funny) is not exactly the type of kid who is popular in school, but is a loyal friend to Greg nevertheless. Throughout the movie, Greg faces the obstacles of girls, losing a friend, and losing popularity, which is a typical year to most kids in junior high.

Is this film a classic? No, but it is very fun to sit through. This is the kind of movie that puts a big smile on your face when you are feeling down. Whether or not you have kids, definitely check it out.