The article critiques the film for its superficial handling of serious themes like Alzheimer's and caregiving. The main character, Chloe, takes on the role of her grandmother Peg's caregiver, but the film resorts to clichés and humor that undermine emotional depth. Despite a well-meaning premise, the execution falls flat, reducing characters to mere comic devices. As Chloe deals with both her personal issues and the challenges of caregiving for Peg, the lack of authenticity in the portrayal detracts from potential poignant moments, leading the narrative to feel more like a trite comedy than a profound exploration of family dynamics in the face of illness.
You've totally got one of those inspirational quote calendars, haven't you? says teenaged Alzheimer's carer Chloe (Eloise Smyth) in her therapy session. No, I've got three of them, replies her counsellor.
The clunky attempts at levity like Peg razzing around on her new mobility scooter might be bearable if she and her illness were sharply detailed.
When Chloe has an impending snog with a fellow support-group regular (Harry Kirton), there's her nan to wreck it by belting out Rockin' Robin.
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