My son is a fan of Spider Man, Tom Holland. So naturally, he wanted to watch this film. I checked out the trailer and the story caught my interest too.

Now I have never been one to listen to or care about what critics say, but apparently this film had really bad reviews. And that is why I do not always go by critics opinions. I actually thought it was a great film. The acting was top notch, the story, though apparently not entirely faithful to the book, was a pretty good story, and overall I really enjoyed it.

When I looked at the length of the film, I saw that it was a 2 and a half hour film, and that concerned me. However, the time is not noticeable, which to me is a sign of being entertained.

The story is tough because there are small little incidents that lead to really serious outcomes. It is like one tiny decision or statement can dictate the rest of your life. Watching that happen over the span of Cherry’s life is striking. One moment that influences an entire lifetime.

I am a veteran, so I felt a lot of empathy for his character and the PTSD. I also have personal experience with how substance use affects families, so I understood the pain and struggle on both sides. I really felt for his wife throughout the film. The story is heavy and intense at times, but it is worth a watch. Holland really showed how diverse his acting skills are. I am not sure I have seen Ciara Bravo acting before, but she also did a great job in this film. Excellent work all around. You should definitely check this movie out, and when it comes to the critics, it is worth forming your own opinion because this was a great watch.