Hello! My name is Chie. I am likely to be the girl you'll see whose eyes would bulge out of their sockets at the sight of a book store and be seized by waves of epileptic shock whenever there is a book bargain. I'll probably be the one pushing you out of my way to get through the book bargain bins and tediously combing through the pile. (I forget my manners when it comes to books). I am tone deaf and have two left feet. But I would endure the embarrassment of a performance in exchange for books (terms and conditions apply). I have created this blog in order to find kindred souls. Those who would gladly share the same passion for books and reading because although reading is solitary task most of the time, it's no fun having no one to ramble to after..
Cast: Chloë Grace Moretz (Mia), Jamie Blackley (Adam), Mireille Enos (Kat), Liana Liberato (Kim), Joshua Leonard (Denny) Directed by: R.J. Cutler Release Date: August 22, 2014 Genre: Romance, Young Adult, Drama Based on: If I Stay (Gayle Foreman) Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures Ratings: 4.5/5
Synopsis: Mia Hall thought the hardest decision she would ever face would be whether to pursue her musical dreams at Juilliard or follow a different path to be with the love of her life, Adam. But what should have been a carefree family drive changes everything in an instant, and now her own life hangs in the balance. Caught between life and death for one revealing day, Mia has only one decision left, which will not decide her future but her ultimate fate
Review: I try to go into book-into-movies adaptations with high expectations and most of the time (not always) I am somewhat disappointed. I know, I know, I should probably learn to lower my expectations, but I get caught up in the hype and before I know it, my expectations are soaring past the roof. If I Stay was no exception and I am relieved to say that we're definitely met.
If I stay is a beautiful story and the movie portrayed it so well. Plus, the movie was unbelievably true to the book. It was a surreal experience to see so many scenes from the book come to life so wonderfully and accurately. I could not contain the feels. Fans of the book will definitely be beyond content with the movie.
Mia and Adam
Oh, and the acting was just on point. Chloë Grace Moretz was an outstanding Mia. I know she wasn't actually playing the cello, but it sure looked like it. Her portrayal of Mia felt very real and I felt like she really became the character. Also, Jamie Blackley was a perfect Adam. He looks so much like Adam I pictured in my mind and seeing him on screen singing was incredible. And, their chemistry was hot. Mia + Adam feels were going crazy throughout the entire movie. Even those who haven't read the book (although I highly recommend reading it before) can fall in love with their sweet love story.
Family plays a huge part in If I Stay, and the movie managed to successfully portray Kat and Denny and Teddy. In the book, you, as a reader, want to be a part of Mia's family, and in the movie the exact same feeling is portrayed. It felt like watching a real life family on screen and it made viewers realise how hard Mia's choice was.
Although this movie is definitely one I would suggest bringing tissues to, it still managed ts to make one smile and laugh, It's a movie that will have you smiling uncontrollably, giggling behind your hands, and wiping tears away as inconspicuously as possible. You will feel the weight of Mia's decision and you will struggle, like Mia does between which choice you would choose in her position. You will fall in love with each character and emotions bubbling over and fall in love with the movie, You will definitely be wishing for Where She Went to go into production as soon as possible. Most of all, you will appreciate the tragic and beautiful story that is If I Stay.
Cast: Chloë Grace Moretz (Mia), Jamie Blackley (Adam), Mireille Enos (Kat), Liana Liberato (Kim), Joshua Leonard (Denny) Directed by: R.J. Cutler Release Date: August 22, 2014 Genre: Romance, Young Adult, Drama Based on: If I Stay (Gayle Foreman) Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures Ratings: 4.5/5
Synopsis: Mia Hall thought the hardest decision she would ever face would be whether to pursue her musical dreams at Juilliard or follow a different path to be with the love of her life, Adam. But what should have been a carefree family drive changes everything in an instant, and now her own life hangs in the balance. Caught between life and death for one revealing day, Mia has only one decision left, which will not decide her future but her ultimate fate
Review: I try to go into book-into-movies adaptations with high expectations and most of the time (not always) I am somewhat disappointed. I know, I know, I should probably learn to lower my expectations, but I get caught up in the hype and before I know it, my expectations are soaring past the roof. If I Stay was no exception and I am relieved to say that we're definitely met.
If I stay is a beautiful story and the movie portrayed it so well. Plus, the movie was unbelievably true to the book. It was a surreal experience to see so many scenes from the book come to life so wonderfully and accurately. I could not contain the feels. Fans of the book will definitely be beyond content with the movie.
Mia and Adam
Oh, and the acting was just on point. Chloë Grace Moretz was an outstanding Mia. I know she wasn't actually playing the cello, but it sure looked like it. Her portrayal of Mia felt very real and I felt like she really became the character. Also, Jamie Blackley was a perfect Adam. He looks so much like Adam I pictured in my mind and seeing him on screen singing was incredible. And, their chemistry was hot. Mia + Adam feels were going crazy throughout the entire movie. Even those who haven't read the book (although I highly recommend reading it before) can fall in love with their sweet love story.
Family plays a huge part in If I Stay, and the movie managed to successfully portray Kat and Denny and Teddy. In the book, you, as a reader, want to be a part of Mia's family, and in the movie the exact same feeling is portrayed. It felt like watching a real life family on screen and it made viewers realise how hard Mia's choice was.
Although this movie is definitely one I would suggest bringing tissues to, it still managed ts to make one smile and laugh, It's a movie that will have you smiling uncontrollably, giggling behind your hands, and wiping tears away as inconspicuously as possible. You will feel the weight of Mia's decision and you will struggle, like Mia does between which choice you would choose in her position. You will fall in love with each character and emotions bubbling over and fall in love with the movie, You will definitely be wishing for Where She Went to go into production as soon as possible. Most of all, you will appreciate the tragic and beautiful story that is If I Stay.
