knew how to play a role that needed be instantly be likeable while also being able to hold onto some deep darkness that can't be revealed until the end.
With the ability to strongly evoke emotion, convey coming-of-age material without being preachy, and using possibly the perfect cast to perform on the film, "Perks of Being a Wallflower" earns itself a 4 out of 4 stars.
So why review this movie in a personality issue of a magazine? To analyze Charlie's personality of course!
Extraversion: Charlie is very quiet, likes to be alone, and dwells in on his own thoughts. Though he does become quite sociable in his group of friends. Out of 50, Charlie receives a 10 on extraversion.
Agreeableness: Charlie can easily be influenced by other people, so no doubt his score would be higher here. In one scene he is quite easily persuaded to try LSD. Charlie's agreeableness scores a 40
Conscientiousness: Charlie is very aware of his surroundings and is very well composed. Though he does have mental health issues that affect this. Normally his score would be around 40, but because of his mental health he earns a 25.
Neuroticism: Later in the film it is revealed Charlies suffers from Major Depressive Disorder. He is writing to "his friend" and these letters describe his hopeless and futile attempts to be happy.
His neuroticism score would be at 5.
Lastly Openness: Charlie is not afraid of tyring new things whether it be good or bad. He's very creative and very open. One ability he has is to view things from a different perspective, allowing freer and less constrained creativity. Charlie's openness score is put at a 45.
Fun Fact: When Patrick holds up is report card, the report card is that of "Patrick Nothing"