Movie

The Half of It

Alice Wu · 2020

United States · en

• coming out
• coming-of-age
• family
• lesbian
• queer women

The Half of It is a heartfelt 2020 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Alice Wu. It centers on Ellie Chu, a shy, academically brilliant high school student living in the remote town of Squahamish. When a sweet but inarticulate jock, Paul Munsky, asks her to ghostwrite love letters to his crush, Aster Flores, Ellie reluctantly agrees for money. As she crafts beautiful, poetic messages, Ellie discovers her own unexpected connection to Aster, navigating the complexities of unrequited love and self-discovery. This tender coming-of-age story offers a fresh, authentic portrayal of queer youth, friendship, and the diverse forms of love, making it a resonant watch for SAFO users.