Synopsis
“Chasing Life” is a drama series that follows April Carver, a young journalist, as she navigates the complexities of her career, relationships, and a life-changing diagnosis. Balancing ambition and adversity, the series presents a heartfelt journey of resilience and self-discovery.
Main Characters
- April Carver (Italia Ricci): A twenty-something journalist who discovers she has leukemia just as her career is taking off.
- Brenna Carver (Haley Ramm): April’s rebellious younger sister who struggles with her own identity and relationships.
- Sara Carver (Mary Page Keller): April and Brenna’s mother, a therapist, who supports her daughters while dealing with her own grief.
- Dominic Russo (Richard Brancatisano): A co-worker and love interest of April.
Themes
“Chasing Life” delves deeply into the challenges and unpredictability of life. Themes such as the fragility of existence, the importance of family and relationships, confronting mortality, the resilience of the human spirit, and the pursuit of dreams in the face of adversity are prominently explored.
Critical Consensus and Rating
The series has an overall rating of 4 out of 5. Critics praised “Chasing Life” for its heartfelt narrative, Ricci’s compelling performance, and the show’s authentic portrayal of life with cancer. Some criticism revolved around occasional melodramatic moments, but the character development and genuine emotion were often lauded.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating
The series received a TV-14 rating, primarily due to its mature themes centered on illness, relationships, and the challenges of young adulthood.
Network and Years
“Chasing Life” aired on Freeform (formerly ABC Family) from 2014 to 2015.
Recommendations
If you appreciated “Chasing Life”, you might enjoy:
- “The Fosters”
- “Red Band Society”
- “Switched at Birth”
- “Jane the Virgin“
- “This Is Us“
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