“Me Before You” is a 2016 romantic drama film directed by Thea Sharrock, adapted from Jojo Moyes’ 2012 novel of the same name.
The story centers on Louisa “Lou” Clark, portrayed by Emilia Clarke, a quirky and cheerful young woman living in a quaint English town. To support her family, Lou takes a job as a caregiver for Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), a wealthy banker who became paralyzed from the neck down after a motorcycle accident. Initially, Will is cynical and withdrawn, but Lou’s vibrant personality brings new experiences into his life, leading to a profound and transformative relationship between them.
The film received mixed reviews from critics, holding a 54% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average rating of 5.5/10. Despite this, it was commercially successful, grossing over $208 million worldwide. citeturn0search6 “Me Before You” is available for streaming on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Netflix. citeturn0search5