The plot is trite in one glance: one is dying slowly with terminal illness while the other has to watch. It's used so many times that I do not have to add an explanation. However, 'Irreplaceable You' is very different when you get a closer look. I love that this movie is not about struggle, pain, or tears. Abbie takes in this weird coping mechanism of finding the right girl for Sam after she's gone. It's cute. It's upbeat. It's witty. It never tries to be a tearjerker. Huisman takes the role of a nerdy, romantic, and warmhearted boyfriend which is different from many previous roles of strong, charismatic, serious, or playboy men, and he nails it. I forgot all about Daario or Steven Crain for these 90 minutes. The film is definitely an opportunity for him to show the audience diverse range of roles he can perform.
Review of Irreplaceable You
