
To Write Love on Her Arms
Seen it?2015 | 118 min | Drama, Music
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Trainspotting, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 58 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
The story follows 19-year-old Renee who has always loved fairy tales: the idea of a princess, a hero and a happily ever after. But Renee’s life is that of a darker tale: she’s a young woman battling addiction, depression and self-injury. In a creative blend of artistic fantasy balanced with harsh reality, the movie follows Renee on her courageous journey towards recovery.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
5 wins and 3 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 20K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Nathan Frankowski
- Kat DenningsRenee Yohe
- Chad Michael MurrayJamie Tworkowski
- Rupert FriendDavid McKenna
- Corbin BleuMackey
- Mark SaulDylan
- Juliana HarkavyJessie
- Samantha CastroYoung Jessie
- Will PeltzSean
- J. LaRoseEcho
- Rus BlackwellConrad Willard