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6 Years 2015

Dan and Melanie are childhood sweethearts whose six-year relationship is tested when Dan's career aspirations lead him down a different path. He finds himself pulled between achieving his ambitions and maintaining the bond they share. As they face evolving circumstances and new temptations, they must confront difficult choices and question if their love can withstand the challenges ahead and the uncertain future that lies before them.

Dan and Melanie are childhood sweethearts whose six-year relationship is tested when Dan's career aspirations lead him down a different path. He finds himself pulled between achieving his ambitions and maintaining the bond they share. As they face evolving circumstances and new temptations, they must confront difficult choices and question if their love can withstand the challenges ahead and the uncertain future that lies before them.

Does 6 Years have end credit scenes?

No!

6 Years does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for 6 Years

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Metacritic

53

Metascore

6.5

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

69%

TOMATOMETER

review

34%

User Score

IMDb

5.5 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

54

%

User Score

Letterboxd

2.5

From 67 fan ratings

Movie Insider

4.57/5

From 7 fan ratings

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In a tumultuous romance, Melanie Clark (Taissa Farmiga) and Daniel Mercer find themselves caught in the embrace of their passionate relationship. However, the bliss they once enjoyed begins to dissolve after an exhilarating night at a house party takes an unforeseen twist. Following an evening fueled by alcohol, Mel shows up uninvited at Dan’s doorstep, where he responds with a firm reprimand, intent on keeping her from leaving. As tensions rise, a fateful altercation occurs, resulting in Dan sustaining a serious head injury, which he chooses to minimize, protecting Mel from the potential consequences.

As Dan navigates his internship at Topo Records, the complexity of their circumstances intensifies when Amanda appears, noticing the signs of his injury with a raised eyebrow. Concurrently, Melanie embarks on her journey as a teaching assistant, mentored by Ms. Anders. During a girls’ night in, her friends dive into the topic of keeping their romance alive, while Jessica amusingly proposes an unconventional method. Unbeknownst to Dan, he is about to stumble upon Mel engaging in a rather unexpected venture.

Underneath the smoldering tensions, Dan’s mother, Joanne (portrayed by an unknown actress), drops a significant revelation over lunch: she and Dan’s father are prepared to cover his rent should he decide to pursue a career opportunity in New York City. This news only adds fuel to the fire, straining their already unstable relationship. Later, at a pool party thrown by Mark, the ambiance is electric until an impulsive decision leads Dan to kiss Amanda, which he quickly frames as a commitment to keeping things platonic.

The following morning, Dan’s visit to Mel’s home reveals a sense of emotional disarray. When she borrows his phone later that evening at another party, discovering Amanda’s texts regarding their encounter, the fragile balance of their relationship shatters. A physical struggle erupts, with Dan trying to restrain Mel as frustration boils over. Law enforcement arrives, but Mel’s unwillingness to explain the situation results in Dan’s arrest instead. Upon his release the next day, he remains tight-lipped, effectively severing ties with Mel.

As the evening progresses, Dan is presented with a job offer at Topo Records’ new office in Brooklyn, inducing a brief celebration with Amanda at a nearby bar. However, the tone shifts when Amanda apologizes for her earlier text, and Dan confides that he and Mel are no longer together. Meanwhile, while attending a party, Mel crosses paths with Will, whom she later finds herself with in a precarious situation when Jessica and Will, both inebriated, drop Mel off at home, leaving her alone with Will. In a moment of danger, Will makes a move on her, but Mel instinctively defends herself.

Shaken by the incident, Mel seeks solace in Dan, sharing her turmoil as they support Mel’s mother in moving from her childhood home in Houston. Amid their visit, Dan engages in a heartfelt moment with his own mother, who urges him to chase the opportunity in New York, a suggestion that only intensifies tensions between him and Mel as she berates him for prioritizing his future over their relationship.

As their bond teeters on the edge, Dan’s night with Amanda serves as a poignant reminder of the sensitivity surrounding their connection. The morning after, Mel attempts to reconcile with Dan but unexpectedly finds herself in a confrontation with Amanda, escalating into a dramatic clash that leaves Mel rattled and Dan wounded.

In the wake of this turmoil, both Dan and Mel find themselves at the hospital, facing the stark reality of their relationship’s fragility. Between their yearning for one another and Dan’s growing awareness of his personal responsibilities, Mel begins to understand that her love for Dan might not be sufficient anymore. In a heart-wrenching finale, Dan struggles to confess his unwavering love, forcing Mel to confront the painful truth: the end of their six-year relationship may be unavoidable.

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BMW

3 E36

Ford

Crown Victoria

Jeep

2005

Grand Cherokee

Mitsubishi

2009

Galant

Nissan

2010

Versa

Toyota

1999

4Runner

Toyota

2010

Prius III

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