FROM THE PAGE TO THE PICTURES: The Vine’s Top 10 Modern Book-To-Film Adaptations
7. The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Based on Stephen Chbosky‘s 1999 novel The Perks Of Being A Wallflower turned indie fave in 2012 adaption starring Emma Watson, Ezra Miller and Logan Lerman. It tells the story of Charlie, a teenager who eternally feels like an outsider. His outlook on life changes after meeting dynamic siblings Patrick (Miller) and Sam (Watson). The book/ film also deals with themes such as mental health, sexual abuse and suicide.