All the Bright Places (2020)

All the Bright Places (2020)

All the Bright Places is a 2020 American teen romantic drama film directed by Brett Haley, with a screenplay by Jennifer Niven and Liz Hannah, adapted from Niven's novel of the same name. The film tells the story of Violet Markey (Elle Fanning) and Theodore Finch (Justice Smith), two teenagers struggling with the emotional and physical scars of their past. After meeting, they help each other rediscover the joy of life by exploring the beauty of even the smallest moments.

Plot

Violet Markey is an introverted girl coping with the loss of her sister. Theodore Finch is an eccentric and unpredictable boy who himself battles his own demons. Their acquaintance grows into a deep connection that changes their lives. The film explores themes of mental health, loss, love, and healing.

Cast

• Elle Fanning — Violet Markey
• Justice Smith — Theodore Finch
• Alexandra Shipp — Kate
• Keegan-Michael Key — Mr. Ambrose
• Luke Wilson — James Markey
• Kelli O'Hara — Sheryl Markey
• Lamar Johnson — Charlie
• Virginia Gardner — Amanda
• Felix Mallard — Gabe
• Sofia Hasmik — Brenda

Crew

• Director: Brett Haley
• Screenwriters: Jennifer Niven, Liz Hannah
• Producers: Elle Fanning, Brittany Kahan Ward, Mitchell Kaplan, Doug Mankoff, Paula Mazur, Andrew Spaulding
• Composer: Keegan DeWitt
• Editor: Suzy Elmiger
• Production Companies: Echo Lake Entertainment, Mazur/Kaplan Company, Demarest Media

Release

The film was released on Netflix on February 28, 2020. It received positive reviews from critics, who noted the chemistry between the lead actors and the sensitive handling of complex themes.

Where to Watch

The film is available for streaming on Netflix at: Netflix - All the Bright Places.

You can also find information about the film on:

• Wikipedia)
• IMDb
• Rotten Tomatoes