Canadian romantic drama ‘Float’, plunges deeply into the set themes of self-discovery, expectation from family and love, the 2023 released movie is directed by Sherren Lee. All thanks to the highly rated wattpad book which was given life in this movie, ‘float’ brilliantly captures the hustle of moving into young adulthood with the never ending challenges accompanied by it.
Synopsis
The movie revolves around the character Waverly Liu portrayed by Andrea Bang, who is seen struggling in her relationship with her immigrant parents that shifted from Taiwan. As her parents have transferred a lot of pressure onto her to choose a career in medicine, Waverly decides to spend her summer before university with her aunt who lives in the beach town of Holden inspired by Tofino, British Columbia.
While living in Holden she meets a lifeguard, Blake Hamilton, played by Robbie Amell who saves her from drowning at a beach party. Intrigued, Waverly thanks and accepts Blakes swims. As they continue their classes, Blake and Waverly fall in love, but with their future plans sidelining around their budding romance, their relationship gets quite difficult.
The film’s cast includes the following members:
- Director: Sherren Lee
- Writers: Sherren Lee and Jesse LaVercombe
- Adaptation: The novel of Kate Marchant
- Starring Andrea Bang alongside Robbie Amell, Sarah Desjardins, Rukiya Bernard, Michelle Krusiec, and Andrew Bachelor.
Analysis of Key Themes
Float features Waverly’s summer in Holden as an avenue of exploring self with core family values being taken into account quotes which can be defined as Self-Discovery, Cultural Identity, Unexpected Romance and Life Transitions.
Cultural Identity defines inevitable reality that immigrant families portray individuality as they bravely take on cultural expectations.
A start in adulthood presents its fair share of possibilities and challenges in life.
Critical Analysis
Float claims a score of 5.3 out of 10 on IMDb and has also received criticism from audiences as well along with mixed reviews from critics. Stereotypical narratives seems to be the case with respect to the film’s point defect being deemed predictable.
The chemistry between the lead actors alongside the movie’s tone and cultural specificity did score some positive feedback.
Vulture’s quote regarding Float notes it as one the most favorite from the collection of Wattpad story adaptations and states how cultural aspects are presented in the right light.
The film is about family pressure and their dreams, which fits nicely into classic coming of age films that people can relate to.
Adaptation from Wattpad Novel
Float of Kate Marchant is a book that went viral on Wattpad that has now been steadily converted into movies. This online narrative was created as a story based on real life and has internet roots that are being explored now on a larger canvas of silver screen. The director Sherren Lee and co-writer Jesse LaVercombe strove to be as true to the original of the story and tried as much to provide a new and intricate detail-oriented narrative that is right from the culture of the setting.
Availability
Float is now available on Tubi for streaming services in late 2024.
The romance drama genre enthusiasts are already fans of the movie trend and its availability on streaming sites has spared the need to visit cinemas and has made the fanbase even larger.
Conclusion
Float beautifully weaves a story that resonates with viewers on the notions of self-identity, culture and love. Although the film uses romance as its focal theme which we have seen done many times, it is the portrayal and handling of the situation culturally along with the empathetic portrayal of the characters that bring in elements of contrast. If you are a person who enjoys watching projects that talk about maturity and following your passion, then Float is bound to be an enthralling and relatable experience.
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