The Life List

Though structurally routine undergoing cliched patterns from a reused formula, this is one of the most engaging films in recent memory when treading on thoughtfully reflective themes with a heartening, humorous charm. (B+)

Good Clean Family Movie. It’s a great story. Clever and fun. Don’t listen to the bad reviews, perfect ending. 🎥 🍿

Another mid romcom, can't we get something fresh and original.

"The Life List" is a sappy and sweet movie that is easy to watch. I feel the initial premise actually was pretty interesting, and I saw the potential for the movie to be really meaningful. I do think the romance element actually brings the quality down, and I was more interested in seeing the growth of the character. The love triangle feels like the least engaging part of the movie, so it brings things down a bit. That being said, it is a decent movie with pure intentions, and it comes off as an elevated Hallmark movie so it provides a tried and true formula that still works. Overall, it is a movie that will give viewers what they want from a romcom like this, and I think is good enough for a one-time watch.

I wanted an easy to watch rom-com, and this delivers as well as giving you something more substantial than expected. Whilst the romantic sub plot goes like you would expect, the storyline is emotive and makes you think more than you thought it would. Lovely story, decent acting and in the end, very enjoyable.

So nice to finally see a movie that's not controversial, pretentious, or just down right depressing. Why can't there be more movies and shows like this on Netflix?

The Life List began pretty solid (even a little comedic), then tragically descended into a textbook, boring love story that felt its length. Sorry, but this movie is just one F-bomb ahead of a standard Hallmark movie. (Cue hard eye roll)

I really loved this film. It’s simple, beautiful, and comforting — like a cozy blanket for the soul. Some people in the comments are out here calling it “too perfect” or “not realistic enough,” and I’m like… huh? Life itself can be pretty uncomfortable already, so when something gives you a moment to breathe, to dream, to feel good — isn’t that the point? For me, this film was motivating in the gentlest way. It reminded me that “perfect” doesn’t have to be the end — it can actually be the beginning. A reminder that you can have nice things, soft moments, and meaningful connections. That’s more than enough sometimes. So yeah, maybe some people wanted more chaos or more pain. But I loved it just the way it was.

Very schlocky and chalked full of hallmarkesque tropes, but also has a surprising bit of heart and emotion. Not the worst way to spend two hours, if I’m being honest.

The ending was disappointing. A spoilt self-centred brat gets the fairytale ending she wants. Completely gives up on her first boyfriend who ends up becoming successful. And ends up cheating on her second boyfriend for Brad. The fact her mum made out her own cheating situation to be not that bad also was a big red flag. I feel like if Alex and her mother were both males and were still cheating the way they did, this movie wouldn't be received as well as it was.