I’m not gonna lie, I watched this move because of Hilary Swank. She has a huge repertoire of amazing movies, and this one is no different. The acting by Alan Ritchson and Hilary Swank drove this movie exactly where I’m sure the directors wanted it to hit: right in your heart and soul. 

This review isn’t going to be long just for the sole reason that this is one of those “you know what you’re getting into” right when you start watching it. A lot of heartache. A lot of pain. But a whole lot of hope, too. These types of movies are the ones that the phrase “restored my faith in humanity” belong to. The premise sounds absolutely dreadful, doesn’t it? A little girl who lost her mom now is dying herself because she can’t get a liver transplant. Yeah. Gut wrenching. But man when you get to the ending, and you realize that this movie truly is based on a true story, your heart will be so full you won’t even be able to stand it. 

To be completely honest, these are the types of movies I live for. Hilary Swank was absolutely amazing, and while her character often had her own selfish reasons for helping, she still did so much more than most people who knew the family. 

Things to know before going into this movie:

• You will most likely cry your eyes out.
• You might stare at the ceiling for a few hours after finishing this movie. 
• You’ll definitely be smiling through your tears. 

If this sounds like something that interests you, definitely give it a watch. 

Overall, this did exactly what I needed it to do: make me cry. I released many unwanted emotions, felt happy after the movie was over, and never felt like I wasted my time. 4.5/5 stars for sure. But then again, I do love these cheesy movies, so some people might not feel the same way.

Where to Watch: Amazon