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Miss You Already
2015 112 min United Kingdom PG-13 12+
★6.9
Comedy, Drama
Director: Catherine Hardwicke
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Description
The friendship between two life-long girlfriends is put to the test when one starts a family and the other falls ill.
US Gross:
$1.16M
Worldwide:
$8.2M
Starring
Drew Barrymore
Actor
Toni Collette
Actor
Dominic Cooper
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Miss You Already is widely regarded as a touching and sincere exploration of lifelong female friendship, anchored by the strong chemistry and performances of its leads. While some critics find the plot predictable and the emotional tone overly manipulative, most viewers find the film’s warmth and focus on human connection deeply resonant.
| Acting | Drew Barrymore and Toni Collette deliver standout, emotionally complex performances that effectively anchor the film's central friendship | |
| Score | The soundtrack, particularly the use of R.E.M., is frequently cited as a highlight that elevates the film's emotional atmosphere | |
| Emotion | The film succeeds as a heartfelt drama about the endurance of bonds, though some find the narrative arc and cancer-related themes formulaic or manipulative | |
| Acting | Opinions on Toni Collette's performance are divided; some praise her range and vulnerability, while others label her portrayal as overly theatrical or unconvincing | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is criticized by some for shallow dialogue and a lack of depth in supporting character development, despite the core story being engaging |