I Love You Forever

Portland, Oregon frames the film as a modern urban backdrop for Mackenzie’s dating misadventures. The city’s busy social scenes—parties, restaurants, and campus life—amplify the pressure to form connections and maintain appearances. The setting includes intimate apartment spaces and public venues where the relationship’s tension unfolds.

💔 Unhealthy Love

The story centers on how charm and care can mask manipulation and control within a relationship. Mackenzie’s self-worth is eroded by constant pressure, guilt, and alternating affection from Finn. The narrative exposes the cycle of affection followed by coercion, illustrating the difficulty of leaving such dynamics.

🧭 Boundaries

A core struggle is Mackenzie’s effort to establish and maintain personal boundaries. Finn’s insistence on constant contact and his manipulative explanations test her autonomy and decision-making. The film tracks the growth that comes from recognizing limits and seeking support from friends.

🌀 Trauma & Trust

Finn’s past traumas shape his present behavior, fueling fear and possessiveness. The narrative links his trust issues and emotional volatility to his upbringing, complicating Mackenzie’s ability to respond with clarity. Trust, miscommunication, and the danger of reactive attachments drive the emotional arc.