To All the Boys I've Loved Before
2018 · Directed by Susan Johnson
Original language: English
- comedy
- romance
The story
Lara Jean's love life goes from imaginary to out of control when her secret letters to every boy she's ever fallen for are mysteriously mailed out.
What it’s like
Bright, sunny suburban daylight spills through bedroom windows and across pastel-cluttered rooms, with a warm, saturated palette of pinks, mint greens and cozy knit-blanket tones throughout. The camera stays close and playful, with quick cuts, cheerful handheld moves and cutaways to handwritten letters and glowing phone screens, while the score bounces with upbeat pop and soft acoustic cues. The vibe is sweet, bubbly and lightly wistful, the feel of a school-day afternoon with a sprinkle of nostalgia. It suits a rainy-Sunday comfort watch, a girls'-night in, or a relaxed evening when you want to be charmed rather than challenged. Pacing is brisk and easy, with the emotional register kept light and funny while a teenage girl grieving her mother gradually learns to trust her own feelings and her sister's loyalty. Intensity is very low: there is no violence or gore, some kissing and mild teen romance, and the sadness around a late parent is handled gently. Made for viewers who want a warm, low-stakes romance with heart and a generous dose of sisterhood.
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