Rotten
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
The DUFF
You either know one, you have one, or you are one.
2015 · 1h 40m · PG-13
Comedy, Romance
Directed by
Ari Sandel
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The DUFF
Overview
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.
Director and cast
- Ari Sandel Director
- Mae Whitman as Bianca Piper
- Robbie Amell as Wesley Rush
- Bella Thorne as Madison Morgan
- Skyler Samuels as Jess Harris
- Bianca A. Santos as Casey Cordero
- Romany Malco as Principal Buchanon
- Nick Eversman as Toby Tucker
- Chris Wylde as Mr. Fillmore
- Ken Jeong as Mr. Arthur
- Allison Janney as Dottie Piper
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
72%
Tomatometer
Fresh
It's hard not to see "The Duff" becoming an instant teen classic.
Nick Schager, Variety
Fresh
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
Fresh
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
Fresh
It's not "Mean Girls." It's not even "Easy A." But it's definitely a solid B.
Stephen Whitty, Newark Star-Ledger
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