December 11, 2014 US/Pacific
Expelled
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SYNOPSIS:
Felix (Cameron Dallas) is a legendary prankster who always charms his way out of trouble. However, after his third strike at
school, the principal has had enough and expels him. Never defeated, Felix resorts to his infamous ways and devises a plan
with his brother (Marcus Johns), best friend (Matt Shively), new friend (Lia Marie Johnson) and classmate (Andrea Russett) to
hide it from his parents.
Each generation has its own view point. Every one thinks that the preceeding one doesn't understand them and that they are
unique unto themselves. But this generation should remember that, most likely, their grandparents were probably '60's "flower
children" and their parents were either '70's "disco dancers" or '80's "neuvo whatever!" So, many of the antics in Alex
Goyette's EXPELLED will ring familiar, regardless the
age of the viewer!
Cameron Dallas portrays
the fast-talking, short-cut taking Felix, who, after one too many hijinks, is finally cornered and unceremoniously expelled
by the principal who proceeds to inform (or, as Felix takes it...warns...) him that his parents will be contacted and told of
the situation. Thus begins Felix's journey to keep the expulsion not only hidden from his parents; but, to especially
maintain his carefree life style!
The only way to pull any of this off is for Felix to seek the help of his ex-girlfriend, who quickly betrays him. His computer
genius BFF, his boarding-school-now-escaped, wise-cracking brother Ben, and a pizza-delivery gal, who will either be his next BFF
or future wife.
The solid performances of the cast, as directed by YouTube sensation Alex Goyette, are most definitely what brings this
film to life!
Cameron Dallas is a fine choice as Felix. He captures the essence of Felix in a fun, not-over-the-top way. Lia Marie
adds her own take of the sweet, understanding person that each one needs. Her portrayal as the one who can be leaned on in
time of trouble is refreshing since she's neither sappy nor ditzy. As for Marcus Johns
in his role of Felix's brother, he does an excellent job of adding that extra layer of humor that helps the film not take
itself too seriously but retaining its fun, fast-paced humor.
What makes EXPELLED so appealling is its familiar scenarios
(from trying to talk an adult out of exacting some sort of punishment to pulling-the-wool over our parents' eyes) and
generational truths (as in needing to make new friends, strengthening existing bonds and forging allegiences). The only real
difference with EXPELLED is in the present reality of how things get done: remotely. But, of course, sometimes a
little B & E is still called for!
EXPELLED, like every high school caper-filled film before it, will appeal to its own generation. Too many adults
will most likely roll their eyes and claim they never did such things. And if they do, may their teenagers remind them that they've
read their yearbooks which all too often prove otherwise.
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