Walking on Sunshine Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Walking on Sunshine.
Walking on Sunshine Ending Explained: Set to the music of popular hit 1980s songs. Directed by Dania Pasquini, this 2014 comedy film stars Annabel Scholey (Maddie), alongside Hannah Arterton as Taylor, Kumud Pant as Airport passenger, Giulio Berruti as Raf. With a 6.2/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Walking on Sunshine?
Set to the music of popular hit 1980s songs. A beautiful coastal village, present day Italy. After a whirlwind romance, Maddie is preparing to marry gorgeous Italian Raf, and has invited her sister Taylor to the wedding. Unbeknownst to Maddie, however, Raf is Taylor's ex-holiday flame, and the love of her life...
Dania Pasquini's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Annabel Scholey (Maddie)'s journey. A beautiful coastal village, present day Italy.
How Does Annabel Scholey (Maddie)'s Story End?
- Annabel Scholey: Annabel Scholey's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Hannah Arterton (Taylor): Hannah Arterton's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Kumud Pant (Airport passenger): Kumud Pant's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Walking on Sunshine Mean?
Walking on Sunshine's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Annabel Scholey may feel rushed. Dania Pasquini's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.