directed by: Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, year: 2015
actors: Thomas Mann, RJ Cyler, Olivia Cooke

Me and Earl and the Dying Girl is a heartfelt coming-of-age story that follows Greg Gaines, an awkward high school student who spends most of his time making parodies of classic movies with his friend Earl. His life takes an unexpected turn when his mother forces him to befriend Rachel, a classmate who has been diagnosed with leukemia. As Greg and Rachel develop an unlikely friendship, Greg learns the importance of empathy and genuine human connection, profoundly impacting his views on life and friendship.

Friendship, Mortality, Coming Of Age, Artistic Expression, Humor