Home
The Sun Is Also a Star→The Sun Is Also a Star
Nicola Yoon·2019·Director: Ry Russo-Young
70%
Faithfulness
4.0
Book Rating
3.0
Movie Rating
Platform: Theaters
Yara Shahidi, Charles Melton, Anais Lee
The Book
Natasha is a girl who believes in science and facts—not fate. Daniel has always been a hopeless romantic. Set over one day in New York City, their story asks whether destiny can change the course of two lives.
The Film
A hopeless romantic ambivalent about his future in medical school falls for a hard-luck young woman who doesn't believe in love. Their brief encounter in New York City challenges their beliefs about fate and love.
Key Differences
The film simplifies the dual narrative structure present in the book. Some cultural and family background details of the protagonists are reduced. The ending is more optimistic and less ambiguous than in the novel.
Our Verdict
Read the book firstThe film captures the essence of the story but loses some depth and complexity found in the book. For a fuller experience, reading the book first is recommended.
Reviews
No results found