A Piece of My Heart (2019)

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Original Title: En del av mitt hjärta

Isabella (35) is a driven business woman in Stockholm’s finance world. When she goes home to the small town she grew up in to celebrate her father’s sixtieth birthday, she feels like a winner, the only one in her old school gang that things have really gone well for. Isabella’s selfconfidence falters when she realizes that Simon, her great love from her teen years, is going to marry Isabella’s childhood friend Molly, and that she isn’t invited to the wedding. Isabella is accustomed to getting what she wants, and it disturbs her to see Simon so happy with someone else. Unfortunately, there are some feelings that never go away.

Film Overview
"A Piece of My Heart" is a 2019 Swedish romantic comedy film directed by Edward af Sillén. The movie tells the love story of Isabella, (played by Malin Akerman), an ambitious lady who is married to her career, and her ex-boyfriend, Frans (played by Christian Hillborg). The film's plot unfolds by showing how they handle their unsolved sensations, while their courses cross during a wedding in Stockholm's island chain.

Plot Summary
Isabella, a thirty-something businesswoman, achieves success and envied however is fighting with the emptiness in her personal life. Isabella, busy with her career, has actually given up on love and relationships. However, her life drastically changes when she had to participate in a wedding event. There, she experiences her ex-boyfriend from her teenage days, Frans, who she hasn't seen in over a years. Frans, a medical professional, is the total reverse of Isabella, imagining a various life far from the city.

The movie draws its strength from the electrifying chemistry between the leads. It's a story of 2 contrasting characters who value their past and browse through their present. In spite of their various aspirations and life courses, their romantic past still lingers, triggering them to reassess their life decisions.

Isabella and Frans' Romance Rekindles
Remaining in the exact same location at the very same time, Isabella and Frans get the chance to reconnect. The past, present, and future appear to clash as they get from where they ended, triggering their feelings for each other. They understand how much they have altered and developed over the years, yet their hearts still desire each other. The irony of the story is that even though they're previous fans, they act like strangers around each other.

The Film's Climax
The climax of the film is a psychological roller coaster as Isabella and Frans grapple with sensations of love and worry of turmoil. The plot consists of moments of awareness, decision-making and reconciliation. They both discover themselves at a crossroads, uncertain if they must choose love over their defined life courses, or protect their long nurtured aspirations. The finale of the story is a suspenseful mix of heartwarming surprises and reality checks.

Crucial Reception
"A Piece of My Heart" balances well between funny and drama. Its poignantly illustrated psychological scenes combined with light-hearted minutes were admired by the audience and critics alike. Much of the film's praise was directed towards its lead actors, Akerman and Hillborg, who demonstrate strong on-screen chemistry.

In general, the movie was an amusing portrayal of an emotional journey, a 2nd chance at love, and an effective tip that life does not constantly go as prepared, occasionally with unanticipated wonderful twists. A mix of soul-searching decisions, humor, and love, "A Piece of My Heart" was a touching story that resonated with a large range of audience. It explored the intricacies of adult relationships and the unpredictable nature of life and love.

Top Cast

  • Malin Åkerman (small)
    Malin Åkerman
    Isabella
  • Christian Hillborg (small)
    Christian Hillborg
    Simon
  • Jonas Karlsson (small)
    Jonas Karlsson
    Edvin
  • Marie Richardson (small)
    Marie Richardson
    Greta
  • Johan Ulvesson (small)
    Johan Ulvesson
    Rune
  • Shima Niavarani (small)
    Shima Niavarani
    Molly
  • Per Andersson (small)
    Per Andersson
    Kristoffer
  • Johan Rheborg (small)
    Johan Rheborg
    The Boss
  • Jonathan Wiking (small)
    Jonathan Wiking
    Beach goer (uncredited)
  • Björn Gustafson (small)
    Björn Gustafson
    Neighbor
  • Tomas Ledin (small)
    Tomas Ledin
    Worker