Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci in Supernova
The Big Picture A strange trend that has emerged within the past two decades is the notion of a romantic story centered on a relationship in which one character is diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening illness. Seemingly, this would allow for a mature take on the romantic drama, but it often descends into an absurd recitation of clichés.
Supernova Sam and Tusker, partners of 20 years, are traveling across England in their old RV visiting friends, family and places from their past. Since Tusker was diagnosed with early-onset dementia two years ago, their time together is the most important thing they have. As the trip progresses, however, their ideas for the future clash, secrets come out, and their love for each other is tested as never before.
The brilliance of Supernova is that it avoids the expository dumps that are common in these sorts of films that are centered on illness. The film simply explores a few days in the life of Sam and Tusker in a way that feels very natural; it’s only through paying attention that the viewer will realize that Tusker’s mannerisms are slightly “off,” and that he is often forgetting things that he did moments ago.
Supernova gives its audience the opportunity to fall in love with both characters before it begins taking its dark turn. It’s critical that this is a couple who has already spent decades with each other; there’s an entire history of happy memories that are vaguely hinted at through off-handed references and in-jokes.
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