Good British Tearjerker

Rating: Null/10 (29 September 2016)

"Me Before You" includes lush cinematography and a variety of exciting locales for a well-photographed romantic film. The story is about a pair of star-crossed lovers who sadly met at the wrong time.
Will Traynor, played stoically by Sam Claflin, is a wealthy playboy, who was paralyzed when struck by a motor bike. His well-intentioned parents hire a young woman to help care for Will, hoping that he will not choose to end his life with an assisted death.
Louisa Clark is the helper, who desperately needs the job to support her unemployed parents. Of course, money is no longer the issue when it becomes clear that Will and Louisa are falling deeply in love. The major dramatic question is whether that bonding will be enough to restore the life force in Will.
The actress who plays Louisa is a perky performer named Emilia Clarke. While there may be moments that are over-the-top in exuberance, the actress nonetheless conveys a bubbly, brimming-over-with-life quality that makes her a scene stealer throughout the film. If her ebullience is not enough, there are jaw-dropping, quirky costumes worn by Louisa that add to her colorful character.
The scripting of "Me Before You" was somewhat bland without truly scintillating dialogue. It was the standout performance of Emilia Clarke that made the film special. It would be difficult to imagine any other performer in this memorable role.