About ten minutes in, you’ll notice that this wasn't executed well. The film begins with a lengthy display of production company logos, followed by an extensive list of producers and creators. The opening felt like watching the credits roll, which might have been preferable. Just five minutes of music and promotion for the book would have served the story much better. In the initial scene, the lead actress spea…

The performances from Vikander and McAvoy are certainly impressive, and they work very well as a pair. While the story itself might have benefited from tighter organization, I did enjoy the film. Sometimes talented actors can pull a movie through, and that seems to be what happened here. The possibility of an immediate connection blossoming into a lifelong love is explored, with the potential for profound changes in …