Bianca's universe turns upside down when she learns that her high school refers to her as a ‘DUFF' (Designated Ugly Fat Friend). Hoping to erase that label, she enlists the help of a charming jock and her favorite teacher. Together they'll face the school's mean girl and remind everyone that we are all someone's DUFF… and that's totally fine.
This is a well-intentioned and sometimes quite sharp high school movie that falls just short of the mark due to a few way-off-the-mark scenes and too much heavy-handed preaching.
– Richard Roeper,
Chicago Sun-Times,
26 Feb 2015
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It's hard not to see "The Duff" becoming an instant teen classic.
– Nick Schager,
Variety,
21 Feb 2015
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Why is it so wonderful? Because wit and charm matter, and The DUFF has a good deal of both. The cast will be stars, the gags will be immortal, and you'll still be watching this movie years from now.
– Bilge Ebiri,
New York Magazine/Vulture,
20 Feb 2015
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Whitman displays flawless comic timing and consistently makes inspiring choices in terms of delivery, reaction, even the slightest facial expression. She shines confidently in a self-deprecating role, and it's irresistible.
– Christy Lemire,
RogerEbert.com,
20 Feb 2015
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It's not "Mean Girls." It's not even "Easy A." But it's definitely a solid B.