Me Before You

Louisa "Lou" Clark is a bright, eccentric young woman stuck in a string of small jobs who takes a new position as caregiver for Will Traynor, a once-adventurous financier left paralyzed after an accident. Their first meetings are awkward and prickly, with Will's cynicism clashing with Lou's cheerful stubbornness. Lou sets out to lift Will's spirits by introducing him to fresh experiences and unlikely outings, and as they spend more time together their lives change in unexpected ways. The film follows how two very different people affect one another, without revealing the outcome of their complicated relationship.

Thea Sharrock directed this 2016 adaptation of Jojo Moyes' bestselling novel, with a screenplay by Michael H. Weber and Scott Neustadter. Emilia Clarke and Sam Claflin lead the cast, supported by Janet McTeer, Charles Dance, and Brendan Coyle, bringing the book's characters to the screen.

The movie proved popular with audiences, translating the novel's fanbase into box office success and drawing large crowds in multiple markets. Its commercial appeal helped it reach a wide international audience despite divided critical opinion.

Critics were mixed, but many reviewers singled out Clarke and Claflin for strong chemistry and emotional investment. Discussion centered on themes of love, autonomy, quality of life, and how disability is represented onscreen, with some viewers praising the emotional core and others criticizing the film's handling of complex moral issues.

Culturally the film reignited conversations about assisted dying and disability advocacy, prompting debate among viewers and activists. Lou's quirky wardrobe and distinctive personality became a signature element that fans embraced, and the story continued to spark conversation among readers and moviegoers about relationships, care, and personal choice.