I Love You Forever

I don't normally watch these type of movies, but I just wanted to give something random a try and I think because I have had very similar experiences it spoke to me, and because of that I loved it. It's definitely an Indie vibe, but it is funny, dramatic, and although some things are definitely made more dramatic for movie purposes it is still realistic. I think for especially millennials and younger it's incredibly relatable. I believe it will touch a lot of people's hearts in an unexpected way. It was really well done.

And, unfortunately, it is because I have firsthand experience in this. I had to walk away a few times to gather myself. Also, I know he's a nepo baby but I really like Ray Nicholson's acting overall. He has that sinister look that mirrors his dad's and it works well for him.

Hope to see him in more movies.

The "dark comedy" aspect did not work and was, frankly, inappropriate considering the subject matter. Low production value. Would have been better as an after-school special - shooter and without the graphic sex references. Feel bad for the actors, who I'm sure did their best with an awful script and overall vision. Just terrible.

As "I Love You Forever" (2024 release; 89 min.) opens, Mackenzie attend the birthday party of her friend Ally, and there she strikes up a conversation with a guy named Finn. Finn is super-charming, and Mackenzie is intrigued. At this point we are 10 min into the movie.

Couple of comments: this is written and directed by Cazzie David and Elisa Kalani (both from "Eighty-Sixed"). And for good measure Cazzie also pays the role of Ally. Without going into any of the plot's details, the movie starts slowly and then when the relationship starts to sour, the transformation is as quickly as it is disturbing. Ray Nicholson (son of Jack) is outstanding as Finn, playing a deeply dislikeable character (his dad will approve!). During some of these scenes, I thought to myself "this is in essence a "feel-bad" movie, but it's so well made!" To be honest, I think Ray Nicholson needs to diversify upcoming roles, as otherwise he risks getting stereotyped in a same or similar role. Please note that Diabolo Cody is credited as a Producer, and that makes perfect sense to me.

"I Love You Forever" premiered at the 2024 SXSW film fest, yes over a year ago. I don't recall whether it played in US theaters at all. Regardless, it's now streaming on Netflix, where I caught it the other night. The movie is currently rated 80% Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, which feels a bit generous to me. It is a "feel-bad" movie after all. If you like another take on "modern relationships", I'd readily suggest you check it out and draw your own conclusion.

Displays the torture an unhealthy relationship will put you through. The overwhelming neediness this guy shows is scary and extremely sad. She is in a prison with multiple communication devices on hand and his 1000s of texts and calls an hour. It by default is a horror movie. His psychosis is on full display. Knowing someone who went through something like this gave me flashbacks. The way they slow burn the lunacy is pitch perfect. Watch this film. It's horrific and great at the same time.