11th hour thoughts on the eve of the nominations

Posted by · 9:29 pm · January 9th, 2013

Okay, so I went back and fiddled with some things this morning before getting on my flight to LA. I love how zany this year is. So much that we “know” about an awards season can just be thrown out the window. But of course, there will always be those who claim to have “the knowledge.” Don’t let ’em fool you.

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Tell us what you thought of 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'

Posted by · 7:51 am · September 22nd, 2012

Stephen Chbosky’s self-adaptation opens this weekend.

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Logan Lerman stands out in 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'

Posted by · 1:18 pm · September 7th, 2012

Stephen Chbosky’s “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” is set to play the Toronto Film Festival tomorrow. Press screenings are happening today. It’s a nice, public space to debut the film, which opens on September 21, but it’s also sure to be a big coming-out for star Logan Lerman, who gives a shattering performance of tenderness, emotion and, its its own way, charisma.

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Interview: Stephen Chbosky on Pittsburgh toughness and 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'

Posted by · 11:19 am · September 5th, 2012

When you’ve written a hit novel that has taken on a life of its own and become a beloved modern classic, translating it to film might render a bit of nervousness — particularly if you’re taking on the task yourself.

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With 'The Impossible' and 'Perks,' Summit has a one-two awards season punch

Posted by · 7:15 am · August 21st, 2012

Bayona and Chbosky bring exciting visions to two completely different stories.

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