You're Not You
You're Not You

You're Not You

2014Movie104 minEnglish

When an accomplished pianist is diagnosed with the devastating and incurable disease ALS, she hires a directionless young woman who becomes her full-time caregiver. Complete opposites, the strangers form a life-changing bond inspiring each other to live life to fullest, while being brought together by the most challenging of circumstances.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes49%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users73%
Director: George C. WolfeGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) decides to hire a carefree woman to help her navigate her new reality. Despite their initial differences, the two women form an unlikely bond that helps them both find courage and meaning in their lives.

Critical Reception

You're Not You received mixed to generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Hilary Swank and Emmy Rossum. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and melodramatic, while others appreciated its emotional depth and handling of a sensitive subject matter.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's strength lies in its powerful performances from the lead actresses.
  • It offers a moving, albeit at times predictable, exploration of friendship and resilience.
  • The portrayal of ALS is handled with sensitivity and emotional impact.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the emotional journey and the strong acting, finding the film to be a touching and worthwhile watch, despite some finding it a bit formulaic.

Awards & Accolades

Hilary Swank was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for her performance.

Fun Fact

Actress Hilary Swank, who plays a character with ALS in the film, spent time with people living with the disease to prepare for her role, aiming for an authentic portrayal.

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Reno

> A tale of friendship that blossomed at the final juncture. It was quite some time I have not seen any Hilary Swank's movie. In this her role was very good one. Beside her's, another equally extended character played by Emma Rossum. As...