Everything, Everything – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Everything, Everything

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58%

WISE Score

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Sheltered teen with severe allergies falls for the boy next door in this sweet but forgettable YA romance with a deeply problematic twist.

45%

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Everything, Everything

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PG, 2017

58%

WISE Score

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Sheltered teen with severe allergies falls for the boy next door in this sweet but forgettable YA romance with a deeply problematic twist.

45%

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Screenwise Verdict

Everything, Everything is the definition of 'fine.' It's a perfectly serviceable teen romance with a unique-ish premise that gets undermined by a problematic twist. The whole 'mom has been medically abusing her daughter through fabricated illness' angle is... a lot, and the movie doesn't really deal with the psychological fallout adequately.

The critics weren't impressed (45% on RT), and even audiences were lukewarm. That 2.7/5 on Letterboxd is particularly telling—this is the kind of movie that seemed okay in theaters but hasn't aged well at all. It's already feeling dated just 8 years later.

If your teen is into Nicholas Sparks-style romance and YA adaptations, they might enjoy it. The leads are likable, it's diverse casting, and it's age-appropriate. But there are so many better options in this genre (The Fault in Our Stars, Love, Simon, To All the Boys). This one's forgettable comfort food at best, with some genuinely questionable messaging about medical abuse at worst.

Age Fit

Best for teens 13-16 who are into YA romance. The medical gaslighting subplot makes it too complex for younger viewers, while older teens will likely find it predictable and dated. Adults probably won't be interested unless watching with their teen.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

Sweet romance between two teens dealing with real challenges (chronic illness, parental control). Models care and empathy, though the relationship develops quickly. The protagonist's journey toward independence is positive, but the story romanticizes risky behavior (leaving isolation despite alleged life-threatening condition). Tone is generally gentle and optimistic.

Imaginative

Based on a YA novel with a unique premise (girl allergic to everything), but execution is fairly standard teen romance territory. Some creative visual sequences representing the protagonist's imagination and online interactions. The 'bubble' concept offers metaphorical depth about overprotection, but overall the film follows predictable romantic drama beats without much innovation.

Safe

Age-appropriate for teens (Common Sense Media rates 13+). Contains some kissing and romantic content but no explicit sexuality, violence, or graphic material. The main safety concern is the plot twist that undermines the seriousness of medical conditions and parental deception, which could be emotionally complex. No gore, minimal language, suitable for the target demographic.

Enriching

Touches on themes of overprotection, autonomy, first love, and taking calculated risks. The protagonist's journey toward independence has merit, though the medical gaslighting plot twist is problematic and could send mixed messages about trusting parents and medical professionals. Offers some insight into chronic illness isolation (even if ultimately undermined), but doesn't deeply explore these themes. More entertainment than enrichment.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Explores themes of overprotection, independence, and taking risks for love in an accessible teen-friendly package
Diverse casting with a Black female lead in a mainstream romance (still unfortunately rare in 2017)
Some creative visual sequences showing the protagonist's rich inner life and imagination
Could spark conversations about chronic illness, isolation, and parent-teen trust
Relatively clean romance for teens who want something age-appropriate

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What to Watch For

The major plot twist involves medical gaslighting by a parent—mom has been lying about daughter's condition for years, which is pretty dark and could be triggering
Romanticizes risky behavior (leaving medical isolation) even though it 'works out' in the end
Some kissing and teen romance, nothing explicit but definitely romantic
The 2.7/5 Letterboxd rating tells you what you need to know about rewatchability—it's already aging poorly just 8 years later

Conversation Starters

"How would you feel if someone you trusted had been lying to you about something major for your whole life?"
"Do you think Maddy was right to leave the house, even when she thought it could kill her? When is risk-taking worth it?"
"How do you think being isolated for so long would affect someone? What would be hardest for you?"
"The movie shows Maddy's mom as both loving and controlling—how do you think parents should balance keeping kids safe with letting them live?"

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