Like Crazy
dir. Drake Doremus · 2011
Plot
Anna and Jacob fall instantly in love when they meet as students at an L.A. university. But Anna is British and when graduation approaches, Anna decides to stay and violate her student visa rather than returning to England. After a visit home, she is then unable to return to the United States. While fighting customs and immigration battles, Anna and Jacob must decide if their relationship is worth the distance and the hardship.
Why watch
"Like Crazy" captures the bittersweet essence of love tested by distance and bureaucracy, immersing viewers in the tender yet painful journey of two souls striving to stay connected against all odds. With its intimate cinematography and raw emotional depth, this film resonates with anyone who has ever faced the complexities of love and separation.
Talking points
- the impact of immigration on personal relationships
- the nature of love in the face of adversity
- the role of technology in modern romance