The Life List (2025)

“The Life List” is a 2025 romantic comedy-drama directed by Adam Brooks and based on the bestselling novel by Lori Nelson Spielman. This heartfelt film follows the journey of Alex, a young woman who, after facing a series of personal setbacks, decides to revisit a list of childhood dreams she once wrote as a teenager. What begins as a nostalgic attempt to reclaim her youthful ambitions gradually turns into a meaningful and unpredictable adventure of self-discovery.

Sofia Carson stars as Alex, bringing warmth and sincerity to a character determined to reconnect with the life she once imagined. Along the way, she reconnects with old friends, faces lingering regrets, and encounters unexpected romance. Kyle Allen plays Brad, a charming and supportive figure in Alex’s new chapter, while Sebastian De Souza takes on the role of Garrett, a complex character from Alex’s past who forces her to confront old wounds.

The film’s strong supporting cast includes Connie Britton as Elizabeth, Alex’s mother who holds secrets of her own, and José Zúñiga as Samuel, a wise confidant who encourages Alex to stay true to herself. Directed with sensitivity by Adam Brooks, “The Life List” balances humor, romance, and introspective drama, capturing the bittersweet complexities of chasing long-forgotten dreams in adulthood.

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