**”The Life List”** follows a touching journey of self-discovery, all encased in a delightful story about friends. When Elizabeth is diagnosed with cancer, she passes along to her daughter Alex a bucket list that wasn’t finished, meant to lead her towards a more genuine path. Trying to finish her chores, Alex comes to terms with what she really wants, what she is most afraid of and family secrets. The movie shows how taking another look at your childhood dreams can lead to surprises and insights about your loves, family and sense of purpose.
The plot unfolds well because the actors give genuine performances of Alex’s changes. Bringing her older brothers into the story, introducing a charming musician, showing us the comedy of an open mic and meeting a new romantic interest brightens her journey with both warmth and humor. It strategically handles the topics of weakness, love that heals and being true to who you are. Both Elizabeth’s videos and the checklist tasks help viewers think carefully about what they want in life and what might get in their way. Miramax Manosa mixes moments of laughter with thoughts that really hit home.
The film has scenes and settings that are full of color which highlight the growth in Alex’s feelings. Having both humor and emotional conversations in the film gives it a pleasant pace and the good storylines add depth to what seems like only an ordinary journey. The film rounds off its story by underlining the significance of being ourselves and forming genuine links. In general, the movie left my heart feeling good, because it taught me that our journey toward what we wanted as children often reveals the most meaningful things in life, mainly love and family.
