the perks of being a wallflower

'Perks of Being a Wallflower' Producers Share Their Casting Secrets

Lianne Halfon and Russell Smith, founders of production company Mr. Mudd, give their take on the casting process, auditions, and inspiration.

Logan Lerman in Backstage: Sept. 06, 2012

Rising star Logan Lerman talks about his upcoming films "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and "Writers," and his history at the Toronto Film Festival.

Logan Lerman Returns to the Toronto International Film Festival With Two Films

The star of “Writers” and “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” talks about his early ambivalence about acting and how good work begets more good work.

Toronto Dispatch: 'Perks,' Parties, and Performances to Watch

Backstage hosts the premiere party for "Perks of Being a Wallflower," "The Master" delivers, Jennifer Lawrence stuns in "Silver Linings Playbook" with Bradley Cooper, and more from the Toronto International Film Festival.

Mike Pesca Reviews 'End of Watch' and 'Dredd'

Mike Pesca also reviews "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and "Knuckleball!"

Finding a ‘Wallflower’ Cast

When his novel “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” was published in 1999, Stephen Chbosky intended to adapt it into a film. Thirteen years later, he is seeing his dream realized with Logan Lerman, Ezra Miller, and Emma Watson in starring roles. Chbosky spoke with Backstage about finding his leads.

VIDEO: Actors Share Backstage Stories at TIFF

At an after party co-sponsored by Backstage, the stars of “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” talked about their own personal experiences with the magazine.

VIDEO: Backstage Hosts TIFF Premiere Party for 'Perks of Being a Wallflower'

Backstage hosted the premiere party for "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" Saturday, Sept. 8 at the Toronto International Film Festival, where stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Nina Dobrev, and Mae Whitman talked about the film, the festival, and more.

'Perks of Being a Wallflower' Film Finds its Champions in Producers Lianne Halfon and Russell Smith

Backstage spoke with "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" producers Lianne Halfon and Russell Smith about making the movie and casting young actors Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, and Mae Whitman in lead roles.

Spotlight on the Hollywood Spotlight Awards

The Hollywood Film Awards announced this year's recipients of the Hollywood Spotlight Award.