Short Term 12 was beautiful. It makes you experience a whole spectrum of emotions while never feeling manipulative or unrealistic. Brie Larson was fantastic, Keith Stanfield was great and, while I already knew I liked him from The Newsroom, John Gallagher, Jr. was good in this too. My only complaint was that I wish there had been less hand-held shooting, or at least that it was less obvious in stationary shots and that it didn't constantly lose focus in moving close-ups. I cried manly tears.

Just...wow. This was such an amazing movie. It was funny, sad, heartfelt, and touching in all the right places. The story was well written and just felt so real and natural. I would definitely recommend everyone to give this a watch.

Such a good movie. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a thought provoking straight to the point good old fashioned movie. With a very short run time for modern day features, its refreshing how effective the story played out.

A tough, touching, and humorous look at a youth foster/psych home and its staff. It would have been very easy for this movie to slide into triteness and over-saccharine lessons, but outside of a few moments, it always feels grounded and real. A large part of that is thanks to the children actors, so often a detriment, they truly shine in this movie. Especially strong is the young man who plays Marcus, he may have big things ahead of him. The intimate camera work and natural feel to scenes add to the sense that you are in the world with these characters, and it rewards you in an emotional way. The connections and empathy you build are more than enough for me to overcome any of the writing flaws, though there aren't many to begin with. An incredible film, I'm excited to see what the writer/director has in the future.

This movie is so dark it's painful just to watch..

This movie manages to take a closer look at a group of kids in a group home, and the people taking care of them every day, without feeling like coming from a place of pity or like gawking at the broken kids and their story. Sure, their stories might be heartbreaking (the ones we get to know anyways), and they may have problems from it, but it somehow manages to feel like a look at a complicated big family or community, and it's great.

This one took me by surprise, I only discovered it by looking through the filmography of Kaitlyn Dever, but this cast is packed with talented people, a lot of who are now deservedly much bigger names.

It is one of those films that you really feel for the characters. Its story is very engaging, heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time.

I heard a lot about this film before. People kept saying it was one of the best films they have ever seen. While I cannot say the same, it is certainly a film I am glad to have seen now.

Would I watch it again? Probably not, wouldn’t want to stress myself that much again. Would I make my friends watch it? Yes to that.

I love movies like this! This movie was fantastic. Short Term 12 is a simple, beautiful story. It is wonderfully acted and is just beautifully told. You can really care about the characters, and I really sugest this to anyone who hasn't seen it, it is soo good!

Heartbreaking,superb with phenomenal acting perfomance from Brie Larson! Dont miss this one!

Even on a second watch this is amazing. The emotions feel real. Brie Larson is perfect.

I went into this movie without knowing nothing and all I can say is that was the best decision i could made.

Beautiful. Magic. "Short Term 12" is a powerful that talks about some uncomfortable topics. But that's life. And that's why we have cinema. To express themes like the ones adressed in this movie. I am so glad that this movie exists.

Brie Larson is, without a doubt, one of the best actresses working right now in Hollywood. She stole the whole movie. The rest of the cast was also great. John Gallagher Jr., Rami Malek and the kids were terrific.

"Short Term 12" is a very emotional movie with some memorable scenes. Also, every actor of the main cast had his "moment" which was pleasant to watch.

A movie that everyone should watch.

Brilliant.