The film is set in the late 1950s and early 1960s, following the lives of neighbors (Madeline Carroll) and Bryce Loski (Callan McAuliffe).
After a slow build, the final 10 minutes accelerate. Bryce’s transformation from a boy who can’t speak his mind to one who publicly tries to kiss Juli (and then plants a sycamore tree in her yard) happens quickly. The famous “basket boy auction” scene works emotionally, but Bryce’s change of heart could have used one more scene of internal struggle. Flipped Movie 2010
: The film contrasts the two families to highlight themes of integrity. Bryce’s father is portrayed as judgmental and bitter, whereas Juli’s father, though financially struggling due to caring for his disabled brother Daniel, teaches her the value of honesty and hard work. A Lesson in Character The film is set in the late 1950s