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"This film portrayed a dysfunctional relationship, led by a deeply-in-love, quirky Andrew Garfield. Both actors were great, don't get me wrong! But I felt that Florence either intended to play a constrained, controlling character who never truly revealed vulnerability, or she simply missed the mark entirely-which was disappointing. Garfield, on the other hand, was exceptional; I could feel the emotion in his eyes, and it was clear he was far more in love with her than she was with him.

It was frustrating, too, because the movie was marketed as an intensely emotional film with standout performances, but in the end, it felt like just another Hallmark movie-one I wouldn't choose to watch again.

I can recognize, however, the film's intent in capturing the essence of a 'solid' relationship by portraying only key moments-much like looking back on a past relationship in real life. In hindsight, it feels like you blink, and suddenly, you're back at that family dinner, that unforgettable first night together, or the moment you welcomed your first child. The passage of time feels so fast, heartbreakingly brief, and, in the case of an abusive relationship, profoundly unfulfilling.

Sorry but Florence lacked heart and emotion. Kudos to Andrew, he carried the whole movie in its back.

I love how after the experiment gets started, it seems to be working for some reason: our middle aged dads become their "best" selves, which is just a reflection of their own personas minus some limiting beliefs and fears that keeps them from taking advantage of their own potential. After a while, however, it becomes a justification for self destruction. It's interesting to watch how slowly they are driving to the highway to hell. After a while, they can't remove their foot from the gas pedal.

Alcohol was never meant to be processed by human bodies.

Let's keep in check those demons, shall we?

I can't believe this film was centered on the narcissist, self obsessed, stupid, immature, lame man child. I was craving for HER perspective on a unplanned and unwanted pregnancy, not the lame husband's!!!!! What a disappointing approach. Yes, being nurturing is not on every woman's DNA, but it lacked more substance that really supported this message. I can't believe everyone in the film gaslights Claire even though she didn't want to be pregnant in the first place!!!! Wow. I thought French were more progressive but I was so wrong. Avoid at all costs