

Still reeling from a heartbreaking family event and his parents' subsequent divorce, Tyler Hawkins discovers a fresh lease on life when he meets Ally Craig, a gregarious beauty who witnessed her mother's death. But as the couple draws closer, the fallout from their separate tragedies jeopardizes their love.
Acting
Pattinson's pre-Twilight rebellion—actually compelling here.
Cinematography
Gritty NYC glow that makes sadness look beautiful.
Writing
The ending divides rooms. You will have OPINIONS.

Director
Allen Coulter
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The ending was kept secret from most cast and crew until filming. Pattinson only learned the full twist days before shooting it.
Released during peak Twilight frenzy, this was Pattinson's deliberate attempt to prove he could do 'serious' drama—audiences were too busy screaming 'Edward!' to notice.