Being recommended this movie, I wasn't sure I'd like it (I've seen all the lifetime movies about any chronic disease...) except for the fact that Joseph Gordon-Levitt was sure to be eye-candy. About 15 minutes into the movie, I was bawling. The main character, Adam, went through experiences so similar to mine that it was hard not to waste all my energy sympathizing with him and trying to figure out why these experiences happen. I think in the end, the movie does a good job explaining this question. I couldn't have asked for a sappier movie to watch while it was raining--and that's not a bad thing in any way. HIGHLY recommended--and not just for those involved with cancer, but with any chronic/terminal illness.