Finally. A Hollywood studio producing a big LGBT romantic comedy.

Based on the YA book this film is really something special.

Not preachy, but heartfelt, this film deserves the hype and love from fans it has in turn earned.

Well worth a watch.

With such great source material, its high rating here, its very positive critical reception and a very relevant and important subject matter, interest was extremely high for 'Love, Simon'. There are also a lot of great films that mix comedic elements, serious elements, inspiring messaging and things to think about really well.

'Love, Simon' turned out to be one of those films. One of the best in recent years for me and after so many underwhelming book-to-screen adaptations (though far more problematic as standalones for most),to see a book-to-film adaptation that is every bit as wonderful as its source material and treat it with respect was refreshing and admirable. Even more so was how it executed its subject matter and how much of a wonderful film it is on its own. One of my favourite films of the year so far, which is very high praise for a hit and miss year so far.

Visually, 'Love, Simon' is very well made and looks lovely without being overly flashy and never being cheap. The music is both playful and soothing and sometimes with a melancholic edge, it's never intrusive, non-descript, misplaced or easily telegraphed.

The direction is skilful in the direction of the actors, executing all the different elements individually beautifully and balancing them just as impressively. The characters for me were relatable and compelling in their realism and 'Love, Simon' is acted with a lot of heart, warmth and ease with the material.

Especially great with 'Love, Simon' are the writing and storytelling. 'Love, Simon' has comedy that is genuinely funny and makes one laugh, drama that is really poignant that makes one cry, messaging that inspires and done with enough subtlety to not make laid on too thick and parts that really probe thought.

Got a huge amount of the story, which was inspiring, life-affirming, very funny, quirky, extremely honest and very heartfelt. Haven't been through it myself, but know many people who have come out and opened up about their struggles with their situations and the best way to approach it and have always hugely admired their amazing courage to do so.

It is a very brave and sensitive subject, and is neither heavy-handed or trivialised in how it's told here. Instead it's handled in a way that is incredibly easy to relate to, handled with sensitivity and honesty and holds a lot of relevance, it's something that can be misunderstood therefore an important one to address. The pacing never feels rushed or dull, instead it's just right and the ending is extremely sweet without being saccharine and touching without being over-sentimental or manipulative.

Overall, really wonderful and totally deserving of all the love. 10/10 Bethany Cox

This is going to drive the fundamentalists crazy. Imagine a film where the central character is a gay teen coming to grips with his sexuality and his parents don't immediately rush him into conversion therapy. Nevertheless a kid like Nick Robinson still has a lot to deal with, who doesn't at that age. Fortunately he's got good friends and resources.

While debating when and how to come out, Robinson who probably set this person's gaydar on fire gets an e-mail from someone who says he's crushing out on him. Something way back when I was a latently gay teen myself I would never have dreamed of doing. Times have changed in over 50 years.

Anyway Robinson has a dual problem of finding out his secret admirer and just how and when to come out. From my decades of observing each coming out story is unique, each family dynamic is unique. No one can advise anyone on when and where to make the decision, they have to decide for themselves.

Anyway Robinson is a really likeable young actor and if you're going to have a first same sex love you could do far far worse.

I recommend this film highly, it should be seen by audiences everywhere.