Summary – A writer (Paul Rudd) retires after a personal tragedy and becomes a disabled teen’s caregiver. When the two embark on an impromptu road trip, their ability to cope is tested as they start to understand the importance of hope and friendship.

★★★★ 

Watched 23 Sep, 2020

Went into this film with low expectations, the rating wasn’t high and this was from the pre-Roma Netflix era but I’m glad to report that I was pleasantly surprised. This film is full of charm and heart. Paul Rudd is really great in this movie and his chemistry and relationship with Craig Roberts’ character is very believable and enjoyable. It’s a good-enough script to keep you engaged throughout but there’s no dialogue to blow you away here. Rob Burnett’s direction is competent as he guides you through this journey without slipping up but again nothing to write home about. Selena Gomez is the only weak-link acting wise but you can understand why 2016 Netflix wanted her in the film and she still does a decent job. This film is carried by its main duo and they are characterized pretty well. However, I feel like this film could’ve explored the trauma and pain a little more giving more three-dimensionality to these characters. Gomez’s Dot and Peaches are definitely less characterized and play into stereotypes and plot devices rather than fully fleshed-out characters. The emotional through-line and message of the film is still convincingly delivered and the bittersweet ending is rather effective. Yet you still feel like this is an incomplete film and yearn for more. Definitely watch it if you’re looking for a fun, wholesome time but don’t expect anything more on an artistic level.