A Little Bit Of Heaven (2011) -

Reviewers from The Guardian and Metacritic found the portrayal of cancer unrealistic and the spiritual subplots "jarring".

A male escort hired to cheer up Marley, providing comedic relief. A Little Bit of Heaven (2011)

The film received largely from critics, though some audiences appreciated its sentimental nature. Reviewers from The Guardian and Metacritic found the

A whimsical, wise representation of God in Marley's visions. A Little Bit of Heaven (2011)

After learning she has terminal cancer, Marley meets Dr. Julian Goldstein (Gael García Bernal). Their professional relationship eventually turns romantic, forcing Marley to confront her fear of intimacy.

Some viewers found it to be a powerful "tearjerker" and praised Hudson’s performance for its vulnerability.

While under anesthesia, Marley has a near-death vision where she meets God (portrayed by Whoopi Goldberg as Marley's "feminist ideal"). God grants her three wishes: