‘The Idea of You’ Creator Calls Harry Styles Comparisons ‘Reductive’

‘I FEEL AWKWARD’

Robinne Lee, who wrote the original “The Idea of You” novel, talks awkward comparisons to celebs, that controversial ending, and big changes between her story and the new movie.

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Published May 3 2024 4:46AM EDT

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‘The Idea of You’ Creator Calls Harry Styles Comparisons ‘Reductive’

Robinne Lee, who wrote the original “The Idea of You” novel, talks awkward comparisons to celebs, that controversial ending, and big changes between her story and the new movie.

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