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Me Before You (2016) is a British-American romantic drama directed by Thea Sharrock, starring Emilia Clarke and Sam Claflin, adapted from Jojo Moyes's 2012 novel and notable for sparking public debate over its portrayal of disability and assisted dying.
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Is Me Before You based on a book?
Yes, the 2016 film is adapted from Jojo Moyes's 2012 novel of the same name. The adaptation follows the central relationship between Louisa Clark and Will Traynor.
Who plays Louisa Clark and Will Traynor in Me Before You?
Emilia Clarke plays Louisa Clark, and Sam Claflin plays Will Traynor. Their characters meet when Louisa becomes Will's caregiver after his life-changing accident.
Who directed Me Before You?
The film was directed by Thea Sharrock. It was released in 2016 as a British-American romantic drama.
Why did Me Before You prompt debate about disability?
The story includes Will's disability and his decision about assisted dying, which led to public debate about the film's message. Critics and disability-rights advocates have discussed whether the plot presents disabled life too narrowly.
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