It Ends with Us
Directed by Justin BaldoniWhen a woman's first love suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with a charming, but abusive neurosurgeon is upended and she realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future.
- vangh129 October 2024A pretty good adaptation and a pretty good movie! I appreciate that Ryle is neither a cartoon bad guy, nor let off the hook. The way the relationship between Lily and Atlas buds, blossoms, and flourishes feels very well paced and believable. Young Atlas is like a less attractive Logan Lerman, and Grown Atlas is like a less attractive Garret Hedlund Apparently there's some controversy surrounding this so I guess have some reading to do.
- Carl Meyer18 April 2025It was a very touching film My wife and I really enjoyed watching the story unfold. We felt the emotions as we watched the story of people that love each other fall into fortunate circumstances and then watch how conflicting feelings need to be resolved in order to make the best decision for the future of the next generation. It’s highlighted the struggle that we often see when previous generations troubles get passed down to the next and the hard work that is needed to break the shackles and truly said the next generation free.
- Theemaineone26 January 2025The performances in It Ends With Us don’t fully land. Blake Lively gives Lily a quiet strength, but at times, her portrayal feels a little stiff, especially in moments that should show more vulnerability. Justin Baldoni’s Ryle, on the other hand, doesn’t quite convince me. His shift from charming doctor to a volatile, toxic partner just doesn’t feel earned, and some of the more intense scenes miss the mark. The pacing also feels off. The first half of the movie drags a bit, and then it seems to rush through important emotional moments, leaving some relationships feeling underdeveloped. It’s like the movie never fully takes the time to explore what’s at the heart of the story. What really stands out as a missed opportunity is the way the film handles the complexities of abuse and toxic relationships. While it touches on these themes, it doesn’t dig deep enough to make them feel truly impactful. Given that’s the core of the story, it feels like a bit of a letdown. Overall, It Ends With Us didn’t really do it for me. I found myself wondering what all the hype was about. While fans of the book might connect with it more, for anyone else unfamiliar with the story, it feels like a watered-down version of something deeper. For a film tackling heavy topics, it definitely didn’t meet my expectations.
- Jack Blitz24 December 2024One of the hardest watches of the year. Blake Lively, who I believe is a talented actress, delivers a heartless performance with very little to be desired. The story is also flawed and leaves almost no screen-time for conflict resolution. This was a poorly written book turned into an even worse film.
- Hakihiko16 December 2024Emotional and Engaging, but Slightly Uneven "It Ends with You" offers a compelling narrative that is both emotional and thought-provoking, though it falls short of fully realizing its potential. Having not read the book, I found the story engaging, with its exploration of complex relationships and personal growth providing solid emotional stakes. However, there are moments where the pacing feels uneven, especially in the second half, which slightly diminishes the intensity of the drama. Blake Lively delivers a strong performance overall, bringing depth to her character with a natural charm and emotional vulnerability. However, there are moments when her recitation feels somewhat off, as if she's not fully connecting with the emotional weight of certain scenes. While these instances don't derail the film, they do break the immersion at times. Visually, the film is polished, and the supporting cast does a good job complementing Lively's central performance. Overall, it's an enjoyable watch that, while not perfect, still resonates emotionally and offers a satisfying experience for those unfamiliar with the source material (6.5/10).
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It Ends with Us was released on 7 August 2024.
It Ends with Us was directed by Justin Baldoni.
It Ends with Us has a runtime of 2h 10m.
It Ends with Us was produced by Christy Hall, Jamey Heath, Alex Saks, Blake Lively.
When a woman's first love suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with a charming, but abusive neurosurgeon is upended and she realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future.
The key characters in It Ends with Us are Lily Bloom (Blake Lively), Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni), Allysa (Jenny Slate).
It Ends with Us is rated 15.
It Ends with Us is a Drama, Romance film.
It Ends with Us has an audience rating of 8.7 out of 10.
It Ends with Us had a budget of US$55M.
It Ends with Us has made US$351.4M at the box office.