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Autumn in New York

2000

Will Keane, a Manhattan restaurateur, is content with his playboy lifestyle until he meets Charlotte Fielding, a free-spirited young woman. Together the pair pursue a passionate affair that forces them both to reevaluate what they want out of life, even as fate threatens to steal away their future.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Romance5/5
  • Death of a character4/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Kindness & empathy3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Features upscale lifestyle branding and fashion typical of New York settings.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Terminal illness and the impending death of a young lead character are central to the plot.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild profanity is likely in this PG-13 romantic drama, but the supplied material does not indicate frequent or especially strong language.

Romance5/5
Why this rating?

The entire story revolves around a intense, tragic romantic relationship.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Serious illness, fear of dying, and the threat of losing a loved one create emotional tension, but there is no horror or frightening-creature content.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Implied sexual activity and romantic intimacy consistent with a mature drama.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Social drinking appears likely in the adult restaurant setting; there is no indication that substance use is central or glamorized.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show courage in facing the reality of a terminal diagnosis.

Creativity & curiosity1/5
Why this rating?

Explores emotional narrative and character development.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Typical of its era and setting; limited representation.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and care are central to how the characters treat each other during the terminal illness.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story encourages rethinking selfish choices, valuing love, and living meaningfully in the face of mortality.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are flawed adults learning to grow, which provides some realistic, if imperfect, lessons.

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  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in Autumn in New York would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Autumn in New York, and what caused that change?
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