Flipped

A heartfelt exploration of young love and the complexities of growing up.

Critics found Rob Reiner's adaptation of the novel charming in places but awkward and less accomplished than his earlier work.

• the plot explicitly shifts between Juli's and Bryce's views of their relationship
• the sycamore tree shapes Juli's outlook and her grief when it is cut down
• the film is set across 1957 to 1962 in a quiet neighborhood with an old-fashioned grandfather

• The Princess Brideshared gentle coming-of-age romance with childhood first love and dual perspectives
• Stand by Meshared nostalgic childhood coming-of-age tone and Rob Reiner directorial lineage
• The Wonder Yearsshared wistful young love narrated across perspectives and gentle warmth
• My Girlshared sweet unrequited childhood romance with an innocent, character-driven tone

Director

Rob Reiner

Release Date

2010-08-06

Runtime

89 min

Rating

8.0 / 10 (3461)

What is Flipped about?

A grade-school romance told from two perspectives, where a girl's devotion and a boy's reluctance slowly shift across the years.

What is Flipped like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Flipped as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Flipped violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Flipped.

What did critics think of Flipped?

Critics found Rob Reiner's adaptation of the novel charming in places but awkward and less accomplished than his earlier work.

Which films are like Flipped?

Films with a similar feel include The Princess Bride, Stand by Me, The Wonder Years, and My Girl.

How long is Flipped?

Flipped runs 89 minutes.

Where can I watch Flipped?

In United States, Flipped streams on YouTube Free, Howdy Amazon Channel.