Wonder, a compelling novel written by Raquel J. Palacio, transformed into a movie for a short 1 hour and 53 minutes to win the hearts of many.

On Nov. 17, those who have yearned for this story to be captured and displayed in more than book form packed movie houses. The incredible story of a young boy with facial deformities adjusting to the world teaches many important lessons while also pulling at the hearts of the audience.

For those who are unfamiliar with the story behind Palacio’s work, Wonder revolves around August Pullman who acquires severe facial deformities. Auggie has been home schooled his entire life due to his condition, so when his parent decide that it is time for him to go to a public middle school, he is faced with the adversities of daily life.

The torture and exclusion that Auggie suffers causes the audience to feel compassion and even shed a few tears. There is a certain bond that is created with the Pullman family in the beginning of the movie so the impact of the events in the story are greater felt by audience members.

Personally, having read the book several times, I was able to compare it to the movie. The book exquisitely covered all of Auggie Pullman’s life and everyone who affected it. The movie, however, jumps around and fails to go into every character in detail. It is still highly enjoyable due to how it appeals to emotions. Creating more depth to the characters and plot would make the movie just as appealing as the book.

This movie teaches audience members to accept everyone, differences and all. Movies that are able to maintain the entertainment factor as well as conveying a message are the best of the best. I strongly urge those to go out and see Wonder. The movie presents a quote at the start of the movie which states, “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind.”

Take two hours out of your time to learn a lesson while also shedding a couple of tears; it can’t get any better than that.