Almost Love (2020): Cast & Ratings
Almost Love is a 2020 comedy drama starring Scott Evans as Adam, Augustus Prew and Michelle Buteau. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes. Critics gave it 42 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Original language
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Chinese
- Studio
- Vertical Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Almost Love About?
The premise of Almost Love without spoilers.
As relationships face uncertain futures, Adam and Marklin find their passionate connection diminishing, leading them to question their compatibility. Their friends also experience turmoil: Cammy navigates an unusual romance, Haley confronts academic challenges, and Elizabeth and Damon grapple with a failing marriage. The struggles of these intertwined lives force everyone to confront difficult truths about love, commitment, and the fragility of human connection.
Almost Love Cast & Characters
Scott Evans leads the cast as Adam, with Augustus Prew as Marklin and Michelle Buteau as Cammy.
- Scott Evans as Adam
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Augustus Prew as Marklin -
Michelle Buteau as Cammy -
Zoe Chao as Haley
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- Kristen Gerlanc Drunk Uber Girl 1
Almost Love Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Almost Love 42 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 55/100, strongest in character & emotion (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (45).
Almost Love Echo Score Breakdown
Almost Love delivers a mixed romantic comedy that shines in its ensemble interactions but struggles to sustain momentum. Critics note moments of genuine warmth and strong chemistry among the cast, yet they also highlight an uneven narrative flow and a lack of distinctive direction. User feedback echoes a sense of emotional sincerity overshadowed by clichés and a predictable resolution. Ultimately, the film provides intermittent appeal but falls short of a cohesive, memorable experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits a competent sense of pacing and thoughtful directorial touches, yet it rarely achieves a distinctive visual identity. Reviews acknowledge moments of well-structured editing and clear shot composition, but they also note an overall lack of striking cinematography or production design that leaves scenes feeling generic. As a result, the film’s technical presentation remains serviceable without making a lasting visual impression.
- Character & Emotion 70
When it comes to character and emotion, Almost Love benefits from a uniformly strong ensemble and buoyant on-screen chemistry. Critics praise the cast for delivering nuanced moments of humor and warmth, while user responses appreciate the realistic portrayal of relational dynamics. However, some observations point to underdeveloped character arcs and occasional lack of substantive emotional depth. Overall, the performances elevate the material even as character motivations sometimes feel insufficiently grounded.
- Story & Flow 50
In terms of story and flow, the narrative presents a straightforward romantic arc hampered by predictable turns and uneven pacing. Several critics describe the third act as overly soap-operatic, and user feedback highlights cliché plot developments that limit engagement. Though the film maintains moments of genuine emotional insight, its episodic structure and reliance on familiar rom-com tropes undermine overall coherence. Consequently, the plot delivers limited originality and feels mechanically assembled.
- Sensory Experience 55
When considering the sensory experience, the film offers a pleasant but unremarkable audiovisual backdrop that supports the narrative without drawing attention to itself. While reviewers note clear sound mixing and occasional score cues that underscore emotional beats, there is scant commentary on memorable music themes or innovative sound design. The color palette and visual style remain subdued, contributing to an overall sensory environment that feels functional rather than distinctive.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Regarding rewatch factor, Almost Love provides moments of charm through its character interactions but lacks sufficient narrative or stylistic depth to warrant multiple viewings. Critics and users alike mention that while the ensemble’s warmth offers a mild incentive to revisit, the film’s predictable structure and limited thematic complexity diminish its lasting appeal. In sum, the movie may entertain once but struggles to sustain interest on subsequent viewings.
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Metacritic 42 Metascore
User score 5.2
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TMDB 63% User score
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Letterboxd 2.7 /5
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Almost Love Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Almost Love.
Almost Love Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Sell By” and “올모스트 러브”.
- Also known as
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- Sell By
- 올모스트 러브
- 恋爱保质期
- Quase Amor
- L'Amour ou presque
- รักป่วนใจ
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Almost Love FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Almost Love, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Almost Love?
Almost Love runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Almost Love released?
Almost Love was released on April 3, 2020.
Who is in the cast of Almost Love?
Almost Love stars Scott Evans as Adam, Augustus Prew as Marklin and Michelle Buteau as Cammy, among 10 credited actors.
How is Almost Love rated?
Almost Love has 42 on Metacritic, 63% on TMDB and 2.7/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Almost Love have a post-credit scene?
No. Almost Love has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Almost Love in?
The original language of Almost Love is Chinese.
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