After Everything

 

After Everything is the concluding chapter in the After franchise, The film tackles Hardin's struggles with writer's block and self-discovery. With Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Josephine Langford and Stephen Moyer reprising their roles and Mimi Keene as a fresh new addition.

The plot was engaging and easy to follow with the focus on Hardin’s personal journey marking a welcome change, showcasing a more mature side to the character. I felt like, unlike its predicators which I have described as intensely charged, overly dramatic, and a culprit of romanticizing an unhealthy relationship, this one was much more even keeled. The addition of Nathalie, played by Keene, added a fresh and new dynamic to the story as well. She provided Hardin with a source of support and encouragement. However, the script faltered at times, resorting to familiar tropes and occasionally falling into corniness.

I enjoyed seeing this ensemble cast reunited once again and have always appreciated the diversity of this group. Unfortunately, like the quality of previous films, the acting remained uneven, with some of the supporting actors failing to deliver convincing performances.

One undeniable strength of the After franchise has always been its music. After Everything continued this tradition with a strong soundtrack that complemented the emotional beats of the story.

As I’ve said before, these films have never made me want to watch them a second time. After Everything is no different however I will say that it provided a satisfying conclusion for those invested in Hardin and Tessa's journey. It offered a sense of closure, with Hardin finally taking steps towards personal growth.