After Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Good girl goes to college, meets brooding bad boy who reads classic literature, they have angsty makeout sessions, and it turns out their love was a bet…but maybe it’s REAL now?

🍿 After: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Tessa’s Arrival at College

Tessa, a diligent student with a long-term boyfriend, Noah, arrives at college with ambitions for her future. Her sheltered world is immediately challenged by her roommate, Steph, and the unfamiliar social scene. Tessa’s mother disapproves of Steph’s lifestyle, highlighting the contrast between Tessa’s past and her potential future.

Meeting Hardin Scott

Tessa encounters Hardin Scott, a brooding and enigmatic student, through Steph. Hardin’s cynical view of love and his complex personality intrigue Tessa. Their initial interactions are marked by intellectual debates and a clear attraction, despite their contrasting personalities. This sets the stage for a turbulent relationship.

The Truth or Dare Incident

At a party, a game of Truth or Dare leads to a charged moment between Tessa and Hardin. Tessa initially rejects a dare to kiss Hardin, but their connection is undeniable. This event marks a turning point in their relationship, signaling a shift in Tessa’s priorities and a growing attraction to Hardin’s rebellious nature.

First Time at the Lake

After a series of conflicting emotions, Tessa and Hardin decide to be friends, which leads them to a lake together, where they go swimming. It is here where things begin to ignite between the two, and Tessa’s strong feelings for Hardin make their attempt at friendship difficult.

The Betrayal

Tessa and Hardin’s relationship takes a turn when Tessa discovers that their initial connection was based on a bet made by Hardin. Molly exposes the truth, revealing that Hardin aimed to make Tessa fall in love with him as a dare. This revelation shatters Tessa’s trust and leads to a painful separation.

Hardin’s Apology

After they are separated, Hardin has a difficult time without Tessa in his life. Hardin writes his final project on his love for her, asking for her forgivness and hoping that they can be together again.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Tessa Young (Josephine Langford): A dedicated and ambitious college freshman whose world is turned upside down when she meets a mysterious rebel.
• Hardin Scott (Hero Fiennes Tiffin): A dark, brooding, and magnetic rebel who makes Tessa question everything she thought she knew about herself.
• Noah (Dylan Arnold): Tessa’s loyal and supportive high-school sweetheart who represents her past and safe choices.
• Steph (Khadijha Red Thunder): Tessa’s adventurous and free-spirited roommate who introduces her to a new world.
• Landon (Shane Paul McGhie): A kind and understanding friend to both Tessa and Hardin, often acting as a mediator.
• Molly (Inanna Sarkis): A manipulative and vindictive member of Hardin’s social circle, who contributes to the central conflict.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Hardin: “She took my hand and led me out of the darkness and showed me that whatever our souls are made of, hers and mine are the same.” – Hardin says this as a voiceover during the end of the movie summarizing his feelings for Tessa
• Hardin: “It was all a lie.” – Hardin tells Tessa this sarcastic line when handing her back ‘The Great Gatsby’, foreshadowing the truth behind their relationship.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $14,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $12,138,565
• Worldwide Gross: $69,497,587

💥 After Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this movie knowing it was based on a super popular book, but honestly, I was still kind of let down. The whole ‘good girl falls for bad boy’ thing felt so overdone. I liked the actors, but the story just felt rushed, especially the ending at the lake. It’s like they tried to cram everything into one movie and lost a lot of the emotional impact in the process. The drama was okay but predictable, I can’t see myself watching it again.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of the ‘After’ book series.”
  • “Viewers who enjoy teen romance dramas.”
  • “Audiences interested in stories about first love and self-discovery.”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Mature themes including relationship issues and sexual content.”
  • “Language.”
  • “Some depictions of alcohol use.”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “After relies heavily on tired tropes and lacks originality, ultimately failing to deliver a compelling narrative or believable characters.
• IMDb: “Despite the dedicated fanbase of the book series, the film adaptation struggles to capture the depth and nuance of the characters and their relationships, resulting in a shallow and unconvincing portrayal of young love.
• Common Sense Media: “While some viewers may be drawn to the romantic elements, After presents a problematic portrayal of relationships, glorifying toxic behaviors and lacking positive role models for its target audience.

Audience Reactions

Fans of the book series enjoyed seeing their favorite characters come to life on screen.: The chemistry between the lead actors was praised by some viewers.

Many viewers felt the movie romanticized toxic relationships and lacked a positive message.: Critics and audiences alike noted the film’s reliance on clichés and predictable plot points.

Overall Consensus: A poorly received adaptation that relies on tired tropes and fails to deliver a compelling narrative or believable characters, sparking controversy over its portrayal of relationships.

Awards

1. Teen Choice Awards (Choice Drama Movie)- 2019
2. Teen Choice Awards (Choice Drama Movie Actress)- 2019
3. Teen Choice Awards (Choice Drama Movie Actor)- 2019

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The movie is based on the first novel of the “After” series by Anna Todd, which originated as One Direction fanfiction on Wattpad.”
• “Josephine Langford read the first few chapters of the book on Wattpad years before being cast as Tessa.”
• “The director, Jenny Gage, co-wrote the screenplay.”

🖥️ How to Watch After?

Currently, ‘After’ is available for rent or purchase on various platforms, including Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your local listings for cable availability. Consider subscribing to these services or purchasing the digital copy for convenient viewing.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed After, you might like these similar films:

• Fifty Shades of Grey (2015): Shares the “good girl falls for bad boy” trope and originated from fan fiction.
• The Kissing Booth (2018): Popular teen romance based on a Wattpad story with similar themes of forbidden love.
• Cruel Intentions (1999): Features a manipulative bet involving seduction and emotional vulnerability.

🛒 After Related Products

• After We Collided (The After Series, 2): The second novel in the After series, continuing Tessa and Hardin’s complicated and passionate romance.
• After Movie Poster: A high-quality print of the official movie poster, perfect for decorating a fan’s room or movie collection.
• After Movie Novel: A physical novel of the movie, allows the user to re-immerse themselves in the world of the movie by reading it.
• After Fanfiction Romance Collection: A collection of stories based in the After universe. The collection contains various digital stories, that allows the reader to explore different narrative threads.

🎧 Soundtrack

After features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Feel Something Good” – performed by Whissell

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Josephine Langford and Hero Fiennes-Tiffin Play ‘How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?’ | Marie Claire

Ever wondered how well Josephine and Hero really know each other? This ‘How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?’ game is hilarious and gives you a peek into their on and off-screen dynamic. Honestly, I was surprised by some of their answers, you have to watch it!

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