About The Fault in Our Stars

The Fault in Our Stars is a heart-wrenching film adaptation of John Green's bestselling novel of the same name. The story follows two teenagers, Hazel Grace Lancaster and Augustus Waters, who meet in a cancer support group and embark on a journey of love and loss.

Plot and Summary

Hazel Grace, a teenager living with cancer, is pushed by her parents to attend a support group meeting where she ends up meeting Augustus Waters, an ex-basketball player and amputee. The two instantly connect and begin sharing their experiences, thoughts and heartaches. As they fall madly in love, they utilise their dying energies to seek the author of Hazel's favourite book which ends abruptly, leaving her seeking closure. The couple embark on a heart-wrenching trip to Amsterdam, but happy moments are swiftly shadowed by sad news.

Making / Production

The production of the film started in 2012 after the rights of the novel were obtained by 20th Century Fox. Josh Boone was assigned to direct the film, and the screenplay was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

Actors

• Shailene Woodley as Hazel Grace Lancaster. She delivered a phenomenal performance capturing the role's vulnerability and strength.
• Ansel Elgort as Augustus Waters. He evoked the charm and wit of his character excellently.
• Nat Wolff as Isaac. He gave a noteworthy performance as Augustus' best friend who also battles cancer.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was filmed in Pittsburgh and Amsterdam.
• The title of the movie/book comes from a line in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar."
• John Green, the author of the book, makes a cameo in the movie which was eventually cut from the final film.

Awards

The film won the 2014 MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss. Shailene Woodley won the Hollywood Film Award for Hollywood Breakout Performance - Actress. The film was also nominated for various other awards like Critics' Choice Movie Award, MTV Movie Award, and a BAFTA Award.

Quotes

• "Some infinities are bigger than other infinities."
• "The world is not a wish-granting factory."
• "That's the thing about pain. It demands to be felt."

Music, Soundtrack

• "All of the Stars" by Ed Sheeran
• "Boom Clap" by Charli XCX
• "Oblivion" by Indians