Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson headline “Voicemails for Isabelle,” a new Netflix film blending romantic comedy with a touching story about sisters. Zoey Deutch plays Jill, an aspiring baker aiming for culinary stardom. She works tirelessly under Nick Offerman’s character, an egotistical chef, as she waits for her breakthrough moment.

Jill’s life takes a tragic turn when her younger sister, Isabelle, played by Ciara Bravo, dies from cystic fibrosis. Struggling to accept this loss, Jill finds solace in leaving voicemails on her deceased sister’s phone. However, these voicemails reach Wes, portrayed by Nick Robinson, who inherits Isabelle’s phone number. Moved by the messages, he travels to San Francisco to find Jill. What follows is a compelling narrative that audiences can discover by watching the film.

The film is written and directed by Leah McKendrick. She gained attention with 2023’s “Scrambled,” which mixed comedy with challenging topics. McKendrick applies a similar approach in “Voicemails for Isabelle,” balancing the pain of loss with the lightheartedness common in rom-coms. The film manages to succeed in this unique blend.

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In a discussion with Leah McKendrick, she shared insights into creating “Voicemails for Isabelle.” She discussed handling the film’s complex tone, along with stories from the editing process. McKendrick also praised Nick Robinson’s performance and reflected on the influence of her bond with her own sister, who is alive and well.

McKendrick shared how the film’s development journey unfolded, including its initial setbacks before she took the helm as director. The film underwent changes over time, originally not set in San Francisco and lacking its current high-class culinary elements.

Watch “Voicemails for Isabelle,” now available for streaming on Netflix.