Dear Dumb Diary
Dear Dumb Diary

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Dear Dumb Diary

2013
Movie
84 min
English

Based on the best selling series "Dear Dumb Diary" by Jim Benton. Follow Jamie Kelly, as she navigates Mackeral Middle School with the help of her best friend Isabella, her nemesis Angeline and the boy of her dreams, Hudson.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Trudy A. SchizerGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

This film follows Jamie Kelly, a middle schooler navigating the awkwardness of adolescence and a crush on the popular new boy, swimming ace Hector Garcia. With the help of her best friends, Jamie attempts to orchestrate a series of elaborate schemes to win Hector's affection, often leading to humorous and chaotic situations. The story is told through Jamie's perspective in her diary, capturing her unique and often exaggerated view of middle school life.

Critical Reception

Dear Dumb Diary was a direct-to-video release and received a limited critical response. It is generally viewed as a lighthearted, albeit somewhat predictable, family comedy aimed at a pre-teen audience. While not critically acclaimed, it was considered a harmless and entertaining watch for its target demographic.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but enjoyable story for young audiences.

  • Emily Alyn Lind's performance as Jamie is a highlight.

  • Humorous, but lacks depth for older viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for "Dear Dumb Diary" is scarce due to its direct-to-video release and target demographic. However, where reviews exist, they tend to highlight its suitability for pre-teens with its relatable middle school themes and lighthearted humor. Some viewers found it amusing and a good family watch, while others considered it to be fairly generic.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the popular children's book series of the same name by Jim Benton, which first began publication in 2004.

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