'Reminders of Him' Review: The Most Baffling Colleen Hoover Movie Yet

Reminders of Him is effectively moving despite being a contrived and predictable romantic drama adapted from Colleen Hoover. Maika Monroe and Tyriq Withers elevate a sluggish script with a tender chemistry that keeps the film from tipping fully into sappiness, and brief moments of humor help brighten the mood even when they feel manipulative.

In Laramie, Wyoming, Kenna Rowan returns after seven years in prison desperate to see the daughter she gave up at birth. Diem has been raised by her deceased boyfriend's parents, Grace and Patrick, who blame Kenna for Scotty's death and have tried to erase her from Diem's life.

Kenna's search for work leads her to a bookstore turned bar run by Ledger, Scotty's best friend, and their unexpected connection—Ledger learns Kenna is Diem's mother—ignites a romance that would be a devastating betrayal to Grace and Patrick.

United States, Laramie, Wyoming

colleen hoover, maika monroe, tyriq withers, kenna rowan, diem, ledger, laramie, wyoming, bookstore, romantic drama