After the title declaration is made by a nerdy high-school valedictorian (Paul Rust) during his big speech, the surprises are many in this modestly entertaining comedy that also stars Hayden Panettiere ("Heroes") as popular Beth.

She decides to attend the largely ignored party he's throwing, and what he thinks is his ultimate fantasy turns much more real than he expected.

Jack T. Carpenter is quite funny as the hero's best pal. Lauren London and Lauren Storm play Beth's confidantes.

DVD extras: three "making-of" documentaries; alternate ending; deleted scenes; improvised song. *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray)

Buy 'I Love You, Beth Cooper' on DVD.