The story behind 'Violet and Finch', the drama that saddened Netflix

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The movie Violet and Finch is an adaptation of the book All the bright places, literary work that generated good reactions among fans and critics.

Among the movies that broke her Netflix during the last days it is Violet and Finch, whose original title in English is All the bright places. It is precisely an adaptation of the homonymous literary work written by the novelist Jennifer Niven. Released on January 6, 2015, this piece became a hit in various markets, despite everything, it just gained more popularity thanks to the release of the film.

Violet and Finch takes up the fascinating story of Niven's book to tackle a common but little talked about problem. the mental disorders in young people they are real and, on many occasions, they go much further than the crude explanation "Leave it alone, that's the way teenagers are." Those who expected to find a love story full of topics, were surprised by the sad and confusing tone of a film that addresses raw themes. Disappointment, sadness, depression, suicide ...

A story with no happy ending

Elle Fanning and Justice Smith were applauded for their portrayal of Violet and Finch in the movie, but the reality is that the book shows even more complex characters. The novel is made up of short sections that are told by the protagonists, alternating as the narrators. This helps a lot to understand the transformations that each one undergoes throughout history. As one recovers from the loss, the other sinks deeper and deeper until it reaches the breaking point.

Critics praised Niven's foray into young adult novels, calling it high-quality work despite minor errors. In his opinion, the novel does not have enough narrative tension, despite everything, it has a lot of emotional force. The good response of the public and the conquest of some awards such as the Teen Choice Book Awards in 2015 they put the literary work on the radar of several studios.

“I think this movie gives the audience the benefit of the doubt. I think it allows them to interpret a lot instead of explaining everything. One person's pain is not like another's pain, one person's mental health problems are not like another's. We wanted to be very aware of that when making this movie. Promote that empathy, ”said director Brett Haley.

Violet and Finch was received with great enthusiasm by users of NetflixThanks to the creative team that tries to stay true to Niven's book. At the same time, a genuine effort is exposed to faithfully present the different places created by its author based on ink and ingenuity.

Finch, inspired by an old love of the author.

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In an interview after the launch of his book, Niven talked about the characters of Violet and Finch. She confessed that in her mind she met the young man for the first time, as he was inspired by a boy she was in love with several years ago. The writer said that it was a person with mental problems, so she became interested in this topic naturally.

“Although I did some research on mental illness, it was the experience of knowing and loving this boy that helped me the most in writing. It was amazing and cathartic to bring him to life, to spend that time with him. But Finch quickly became his own living, breathing person, and as I wrote I thought less of the real-life kid and focused on the one coming to life on the page, ”he said.

Finally, the author has taken advantage of the popularity of her book to send a clear message to all readers around the world.

“You are necessary. You are loved. You matter.You are the only one who exists in this world. You're not alone. It's okay to feel how you feel, but it's not okay to try to handle everything yourself. Attain. Talk loud. Let someone know how you feel, or if you are close to someone who is struggling with a mental illness and that person is concerned, communicate and talk with him, "he summoned.

And you, have you already read the book or seen the movie? Violet and Finch?

References: blog.whsmith.co.uk