VIDEO REVIEW: Is "Paper Towns" Meaningful and Worthwhile?

– By Beau Behan, Film Critic

• Paper Towns (2015)
• PG-13, 109 min, Drama, Mystery, Romance
• Opening (USA) July 24, 2015
• Stars: Nat Wolff, Cara Delevingne
• Director: Jake Schreier
• Writers: John Green, Scott Neustadter

What tide of tears is to “The Fault In Our Stars (2014),” is paperweight to “Paper Towns.”

A film adaptation of John Green’s third novel, “Paper Towns” is a dramedy that embodies one’s road to self-discovery through young unrequited love, misguided perceptions, and true friendship.

Directed by Jake Schreier, the film stars Cara Delevingne and Natt Wolf as childhood friends, Margo and Quentin, who have drifted apart over the years. Surprisingly, after one memorable evening, they re-kindled their friendship that will change their lives forever.

So, you’re asking— is “Paper Towns” a smart film? Watch the above movie review to find out.

Photo Credit: 20th Century Fox