I have many movies and TV shows I enjoy. One of my all-time favorites though is P.S. I Love You.
This quirky movie follows Holly, played by Hillary Swank, as she morns the loss of her husband. Holly’s husband, an Irish man named Gerry, played by Gerard Butler. Gerry knew he was terminally ill. He set up letters to help his wife move on after he dies. The letters only span a year. They encourage Holly to take chances and follow her dreams.
I love this movie because the love and commitment they had for each other surpasses even death. As Holly morns for her husband. She struggles with depression, loss of love and herself. She also encounters the opinions of her mother, Patricia, who feels the letters are not a healthy way to grieve. Patricia has this opinion because she was abandoned by Holly’s father. That left her to raise two children on her own and no time to process the loss of her marriage. I think this leaves her feeling a little jealous of Holly.
The only thing I really don’t like is the awkward friendship between Holly and Daniel. Daniel is introduced at Gerry’s memorial service. They become good friends. Daniel suffers from a disorder that doesn’t allow him to process his thoughts before he says them. I think it is an unpopular opinion that Holly and Daniel’s friendship feels a little forced. I think this because Daniel is falling for Holly quickly while she processes the death of Gerry. Holly is too busy following Gerry’s letters to notice Daniel’s feelings. That leaves Daniel not feeling good enough for Holly.
All the characters do move ahead and grow, especially Holly. It shows grief, real love, friendship, and life after death. Anyone who likes romances that make you cry and laugh at the same time; this is right up your alley!
Growing up Audhild 
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