In this episode, Kelly, Eric, Sarah, and Josh engage in a discussion about the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us. They explore various aspects of the movie, including casting choices, portrayal of serious themes like domestic violence, and differences between the book and the film. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, humor, and candid moments that provide an entertaining yet critical analysis. Highlights include the technical and emotional challenges of adaptation, the performances of actors, directorial decisions, and how elements like set design and omitted scenes impacted the overall narrative. This episode blends thoughtful critique and light-hearted banter, offering both insightful commentary and engaging entertainment. 00:00 Introduction and Content Warning 00:28 Technical Difficulties and Episode Start 06:15 Discussing 'It Ends With Us' 15:22 Adaptation Overview and Cast 18:10 Hypes and Gripes: Adaptation choices 35:15 Gripes and Criticisms 01:02:33 Analyzing Key Scenes and Dialogue 01:06:51 Best Cast Nominations 01:23:16 Worst Cast Nominations 01:30:11 Book vs. Movie: Final Thoughts 01:34:17 Closing Remarks and Podcast Info If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there is help. Head to Nomore.org for information, resources, and hotlines for those in need of help. Links from this episode: The not free onesie Boston bar crawl: https://www.crawlwith.us/boston/onesie Ryan Reynolds writing the rooftop scene: Screen Rant Article: https://screenrant.com/it-ends-with-us-movie-opening-blake-lively-ryan-reynolds-writer-response/ US Weekly Article: https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/it-ends-with-us-screenwriter-reacts-to-ryan-reynolds-rewriting-scene/ Young Lily article and Taylor Swift’s involvement: https://www.thewrap.com/it-ends-with-us-young-lily-blake-lively-actress/ Subscribe to Sweet & Condensed! A weekly newsletter that lets you know at a glance if the latest box office releases are worth your time and money and what to expect if you decide to go. Why you'll love it - Think all the movie love and fun, none of the snobbery. We're doing this because we love people, movies, and the magic that lives where they meet. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/SweetAndCondensed Connect with us! YouTube: @SweetAndCondensed Instagram: ⁠⁠@_SweetAndCondensed_ Twitter: @justjoshperez ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EricHarrison⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @NewMexicoDrew Letterboxd: @NewMexicoDrew ⁠@ericharrison⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@JustJoshPerez⁠⁠⁠⁠ @kellyharrison The Sweet and Condensed podcast is a Three Milks Media production. ⁠⁠⁠⁠