By Cameron Graf – Staff Reporter

“Regretting You” is the 2025 film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s 2019 novel. The film begins with Morgan Grant and her teenage daughter, Clara, as their relationship starts to shift after the accident involving Clara’s dad and the discovery of a secret love triangle. The story then progresses into themes of family drama, grief, betrayal, and coming of age, focusing heavily on Clara and her mother’s relationship.

The movie follows the mother and daughter’s once-close relationship and how it begins to change as they each deal with growing up, shifting priorities, and unexpected challenges that force them to see one another as different versions of themselves. The mom struggles with the weight of her past and the sacrifices she has made for her daughter, while her daughter pushes for independence and her own identity. As tension builds between them, they are forced to confront each other about the misunderstandings they have been carrying.

The movie shows strong emotions between all of the main characters. They deal with heartbreaking issues, and the way they portray their emotions and cope with them is impressive. The plot twists add suspense and keep viewers engaged throughout the entire film. The camera work is amazing and makes viewers feel as if they are there, watching the story unfold. The casting is great, especially if viewers keep up with young, trending actors. The song choices are also trendy and fitting for the movie.

There is a lot going on in this movie, and viewers need to pay attention while watching. At some points, the film does lose the plot a bit, leaving some viewers confused. Certain characters don’t get enough time for their own development, and compared to the book, the movie includes fewer details.

This movie portrays love, grief, and acceptance all in one. If viewers enjoy flashbacks, plot twists, and teenage love stories, this movie is definitely worth watching. The characters’ development and the realization that change is OK make this film stand out.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars