Common Sense Media Review
By Jennifer Green
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Romance with language, drinking, drugs, and mature themes.
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She Taught Love
What's the Story?
SHE TAUGHT LOVE tells the story of apathetic actor Frank (Darrell Britt-Gibson), who finds new purpose in life and career when he finally gets neighbor Mali (Arsema Thomas) to go out with him. What he doesn't know is that Mali is dying of cancer, and doctors have told her she has only two years to live. Mali wants to make the most of their time together, but Frank is struggling with the weight of his emotions.
Is It Any Good?
Complex and attractive characters in an emotional, life-or-death scenario lift this proficient romantic drama above others cut from a similar cloth. Lead actor Britt-Gibson also wrote the script for She Taught Love, weaving a believable tale of opposites falling in love. It helps that the characters are placed in eye-catching settings, from graffiti-dotted city streets to elegantly appointed homes, crisp offices, and lush gardens.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the ending of She Taught Love. Was it a surprise for you? What would an alternative ending look like for you?
Did you find the characters realistic? Why, or why not?
Why is Frank so listless about his professional life? What happens to make him regain some enthusiasm?
What other movies that you've seen have a similar plot?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : September 27, 2024
- Cast : Darrell Britt-Gibson , Arsema Thomas , Taissa Farmiga
- Director : Nate Edwards
- Inclusion Information : Black Movie Director(s) , African American Movie Director(s) , Black Movie Actor(s) , Female Movie Actor(s) , African Movie Actor(s) , Black Movie Writer(s) , African American Movie Writer(s)
- Studio : Hulu
- Genre : Romance
- Run time : 101 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : language throughout, drug use and sexual references
- Award : NAACP Image Award - NAACP Image Award Nominee
- Last updated : January 15, 2025
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