I am over 60, and don't usually like movies with usual plots (although this one had a good, if not original, twist) or 'teen movies'. But I loved this one, even though I knew going in that it was a young love story. And I loved it a little because I related to Maddie's life, a lot because it was done well, and very beautifully.
I think there is something for everyone here, from good character development, acting, editing, and even the great house Maddie lived in (although more of a beautiful jail). Since so much of it took place indoors, the house had to be a character, for the movie to work. I want that house! The Hawaii 'dream' sequences were beautiful and emotional, everything I hoped they would be. Maddie's emotions were conveyed very well.
I loved that there was no nudity. I loved that he loved her the most for being funny and smart, and then beautiful. I loved that people of color were cast mostly, at least it seemed, just because they got the part, although I understand some was done due to the book it was based on.
I think there is something for everyone here, from good character development, acting, editing, and even the great house Maddie lived in (although more of a beautiful jail). Since so much of it took place indoors, the house had to be a character, for the movie to work. I want that house! The Hawaii 'dream' sequences were beautiful and emotional, everything I hoped they would be. Maddie's emotions were conveyed very well.
I loved that there was no nudity. I loved that he loved her the most for being funny and smart, and then beautiful. I loved that people of color were cast mostly, at least it seemed, just because they got the part, although I understand some was done due to the book it was based on.