You Are Not You File

Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and Common Sense Media generally highlight the following:

: A few audience reviews mention that certain scenes felt cut too short, suggesting that more development in specific moments could have increased the film's overall impact. The Original Novel vs. The Film You Are Not You

The story follows Kate (played by Hilary Swank), a successful concert pianist whose life is upended by a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). As her physical capacity diminishes, she hires Bec (Emmy Rossum), a chaotic and adrift college student with no prior caregiving experience. Despite their differences, the two form a deep bond that helps Kate reclaim a sense of identity and encourages Bec to find her own direction in life. Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and Common Sense Media

: Critics and audiences alike describe the film as a "tear jerker" that honestly grapples with the realities of the disease, including difficult end-of-life decisions. As her physical capacity diminishes, she hires Bec