I didn't really know what to expect, but like both of the leads so thought I'd give this a go.
I really really enjoyed it. I laughed, I cried and my heart ached. From the awkwardness early on, to a love that became real, we were carried along in this story. To those saying "How is this story in any way feminist?", I believe 100% that were this story playing out in front of us, we would see EXACTLY the poison and hatred directed at Solene for daring to love and be loved by a younger man, and it's so so wrong. You or I may not choose a relationship like this, but those who do - all power to them. Nobody bats an eye where the roles are reversed (George and Amal Clooney, anyone?)
I found Nicholas Galitzine's performance as a boy band star completely believable (when so often, actors playing musicians of any kind aren't), and Anne Hathaway's lingering hurt and betrayal over her ex-husband's behaviour was pitch-perfect.
This was not really a rom-com in my view - it took us to too much sadness for that generally fluffy and light label to apply, and perhaps was just a touch too scarily real in its nastiness. But it was definitely a thoughtful and moving love story. Have the tissues ready!
Would or could this relationship stay the distance? Who knows but real love that stands the test of time apart has at least a shot, and these guys had me rooting for them all the way.
I really really enjoyed it. I laughed, I cried and my heart ached. From the awkwardness early on, to a love that became real, we were carried along in this story. To those saying "How is this story in any way feminist?", I believe 100% that were this story playing out in front of us, we would see EXACTLY the poison and hatred directed at Solene for daring to love and be loved by a younger man, and it's so so wrong. You or I may not choose a relationship like this, but those who do - all power to them. Nobody bats an eye where the roles are reversed (George and Amal Clooney, anyone?)
I found Nicholas Galitzine's performance as a boy band star completely believable (when so often, actors playing musicians of any kind aren't), and Anne Hathaway's lingering hurt and betrayal over her ex-husband's behaviour was pitch-perfect.
This was not really a rom-com in my view - it took us to too much sadness for that generally fluffy and light label to apply, and perhaps was just a touch too scarily real in its nastiness. But it was definitely a thoughtful and moving love story. Have the tissues ready!
Would or could this relationship stay the distance? Who knows but real love that stands the test of time apart has at least a shot, and these guys had me rooting for them all the way.