It's a good one.

Rating: 8/10 (11 August 2015)

I read the book, then watched the movie. I wanted comparison, as I study it for educational purposes, and I have to say, I was impressed.
MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS
First off, I don't go into a movie adaptation of a book expecting anything. And especially shouldn't with this one. It's not totally different from the book. Some aspects are still attached, but this one is very jumbled compared to the book. But, this is a movie review. Not a book comparison.
As for the acting, I applaud anyone who can seep themselves into the shoes of someone ill. And between Bradley Cooper's bipolar character and Jennifer Lawrence's unstable one, these two had chemistry. In terms of romantic, it was breezy and unpredictable. Just on-screen, it makes me plead for more movies with them together. De Niro hits the nail on the head every time. I loved Stiles' blunt character as well.
I was iffy on cinematography at first, but I believe it all translates into the story. Shaky at the beginning, but sturdy at the end. I loved the pan in the part where Lawrence's character is jetting to the bar. And I loved the fussing family scene. It was intense, and as the tension built there and flopped back and forth, I found myself wanting to explode with the frustration.
Overall, I give it an 8/10. 8/10, because of the transcription from book to script was so off, yet 8/10 because it was really an enjoyable film.