Fun and quirky Louisa “Lou” Clark bounces from one gig to another just to help her family make ends meet. Things get tough when she ends up caring for Will Traynor, a young banker who’s been stuck in a wheelchair since an accident two years ago. But as Lou shows him that life can still be pretty great, Will’s grumpy outlook starts to change. As they get closer, they both find their lives and feelings taking some surprising turns.

It’s been a long-awaited journey to finally watch this film. I always had a feeling I would love it, as the trailer was absolutely phenomenal and featured top-tier actors.

What I appreciate about this film is not only its romantic elements, but also its exploration of larger themes that resonate with me today. In the movie, Lou devotes herself to addressing her family’s financial needs, often putting her own desires aside for the sake of others. However, when she meets Will, he introduces her to new experiences and inspires her to pursue her own dreams. I can truly relate to that, as I was once quite narrow-minded before meeting Blaine. Although our time together was short, he opened my mind to new perspectives and inspired me to embrace life to the fullest. In that regard, I feel a deep connection to Lou.

In terms of Will, he grapples with profound internal conflicts about navigating life following his accident. His character raises an important discussion about the distinction between quality of life and mere existence. While my situation differs from Will’s, I frequently find myself questioning the desire to live, as I wrestle with the complexities of life’s meaning. I find life monotonous and Sisyphean, so my solution is to end it. While I understand that my perspective may seem drastic, I struggle to find value in the situation. In that sense, I can relate to Will; however, I recognize that his circumstances are unique, as he is genuinely experiencing physical suffering and lacks the bodily autonomy to address his needs independently.

Overall, I enjoyed the film because it was very relatable to me and I enjoyed the romantic elements as well.