10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up

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10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up
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Directed by Galt Niederhoffer
Written byGalt Niederhoffer
Starring
Release date
  • February 21, 2020 (2020-02-21)
Running time
74 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up is a 2020 American romance film written and directed by Galt Niederhoffer and starring Christina Ricci and Hamish Linklater.

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Plot summary

10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up follows the story of Abigail, a single mother who is struggling with her relationship with her boyfriend, Ben. After a heated argument, Abigail decides that they should break up, but Ben suggests that they should complete a list of ten things before they do so. The two embark on a series of adventures, including skydiving, swimming in a lake, and attending a wedding, all while trying to figure out if they should stay together or go their separate ways. Along the way, they confront their fears and insecurities, and ultimately learn more about themselves and each other. The film explores themes of love, commitment, and the importance of taking risks in relationships.

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Release

The film was released in the United States and Canada on VOD platforms and limited theaters on February 21, 2020. Then it was released on DVD on March 24, 2020. [1]

Reception

Alex Saveliev of Film Threat rated the film an 8 out of 10 and wrote, "A welcome, albeit brief, respite from our tumultuous times, 10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up provides you with at least 10 reasons to like it." [2]

Sandie Angulo Chen of Common Sense Media awarded the film three stars out of five. [3]

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References

  1. "Vision Films to Release Relationship Dramedy 10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up Starring Christina Ricci and Hamish Linklater". Newswire.com. February 12, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
  2. Saveliev, Alex (February 27, 2020). "10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up". Film Threat. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
  3. Chen, Sandie Angulo. "Parents' Guide to 10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up". Common Sense Media. Retrieved May 4, 2023.