To All the Boys I've Loved Before

To All the Boys I've Loved Before, directed by Susan Johnson, is a romantic comedy set in the vibrant city of Seattle. The movie revolves around Lara Jean Covey, played by Lana Condor, a high school student who has been writing letters to all the boys she's secretly had a crush on over the years, pouring out her heart and unrequited love onto paper. She had carefully stored these letters in a hidden box in her room, hoping that one day, in a mystical way, they would magically self-destruct. However, fate has other plans. Lara Jean's life takes an unexpected turn when her meddling younger sister, Kitty, accidentally presses the wrong button on the computer, leading to the letters being dispatched to the recipients instead of being deleted. Chaos erupts when the letters, each addressed to a specific boy, start arriving at their homes. Initially, Lara Jean is mortified and desperate to contain the fallout, not wanting to face the embarrassment and repercussions of her past crushes finding out about her secret. Her life gets more complicated when Josh Sanderson, her longtime unrequited crush, reads her letter and confronts her about it. Lara Jean initially tries to dismiss him, pretending that it was all just a joke. However, Josh's presence in her life sparks a reluctant romance, one that Lara Jean never saw coming. With their mutual friends, Genevieve and Peter, witnessing the growing bond between the two, Lara Jean discovers that her initial intention of having Josh just as a friend has been replaced by genuine feelings. Lara Jean's relationships with her family also undergo significant changes. Her parents, who have been recently separated, try their best to support her in this time of turmoil. Her younger sister Kitty, who initially pretended that she was on her phone instead of tampering with the computer, plays a crucial role by manipulating information and emotions to ensure Lara Jean pursues Josh. On the other hand, Lara Jean's life also experiences significant changes thanks to her actual romantic involvement with John Ambrose, a talented violinist she had never met before. John Ambrose impresses her with his warm heart and delightful nature. As a result, Lara Jean must navigate between her two crushes: her lifelong desire for Josh and a brand new one for John. With her relationships blossoming in unison with her family's change, Lara Jean is on the verge of finding out who she truly is and where her heart belongs. As Lara Jean navigates the intricacies of first love, friendships, and family dynamics, she must sort through her feelings, address past mistakes, and develop a personal understanding of what truly matters in her life. Her love life takes an exhilarating ride, captivating viewers and reminding them of the sheer magic that romance can bring. Despite dealing with personal setbacks and unexpected relationships, Lara Jean discovers a sense of belonging and sincerity that slowly develops in her life, reflecting the film's message that love and life are unpredictable and, sometimes, magically ordinary.