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It Ends With Us: The Medium Project #038


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In this episode, Kelly, Eric, Sarah, and Josh engage in a discussion about the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us. They explore various aspects of the movie, including casting choices, portrayal of serious themes like domestic violence, and differences between the book and the film.

The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, humor, and candid moments that provide an entertaining yet critical analysis. Highlights include the technical and emotional challenges of adaptation, the performances of actors, directorial decisions, and how elements like set design and omitted scenes impacted the overall narrative.

This episode blends thoughtful critique and light-hearted banter, offering both insightful commentary and engaging entertainment.

00:00 Introduction and Content Warning
00:28 Technical Difficulties and Episode Start
06:15 Discussing 'It Ends With Us'
15:22 Adaptation Overview and Cast
18:10 Hypes and Gripes: Adaptation choices
35:15 Gripes and Criticisms
01:02:33 Analyzing Key Scenes and Dialogue
01:06:51 Best Cast Nominations
01:23:16 Worst Cast Nominations
01:30:11 Book vs. Movie: Final Thoughts
01:34:17 Closing Remarks and Podcast Info

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there is help. Head to Nomore.org for information, resources, and hotlines for those in need of help.


Links from this episode:

The not free onesie Boston bar crawl: https://www.crawlwith.us/boston/onesie

Ryan Reynolds writing the rooftop scene:
Screen Rant Article: https://screenrant.com/it-ends-with-us-movie-opening-blake-lively-ryan-reynolds-writer-response/
US Weekly Article: https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/it-ends-with-us-screenwriter-reacts-to-ryan-reynolds-rewriting-scene/

Young Lily article and Taylor Swift’s involvement: https://www.thewrap.com/it-ends-with-us-young-lily-blake-lively-actress/


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