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The Notebook (2004)

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The Notebook is set in an old Southern rest home for the elerly, the film follows four individuals through their respective life journeys. An older man (James Jarner) has volunteered his time to read to an infirm elderly woman (Gena Rowlands). The story he chooses to read her tells about the love of a young couple (Reachel Mcadams and Ryan GOsling) seperated first by social status and later on by war.

As the film progresses the couple (Rachel Mcadams and Ryan Gosling) form this amazing emotional depth to the story that simply makes you fall in love wiht the movie. This story definetely opened the tear ducts. My favorite part of the movie ws the ending which really struck me and this movie will probablly stay with me for the rest of my life.

This is a mature story about enduring love, sacrifice commitment and appriciation of you life partner. I think this movie presnted a good message in every day life which is the power of believing and those who really love and believe nuthing can be impossible.

I have to start out by saying that I was not a huge Nicholas Sparks fan, I had read "A walk to remember", and had seen the film version of it, as well as the film "message in a bottle"...I wasn't taken by either of them...they fell short in my books. So when I saw this DVD in the video store, I picked it up because frankly there was nothing else to get...but I am so glad that I did.

I have often said that if a movie can make me cry...it will be a favorite of mine for ALL time! This story is so sweet and heartwarming. Beyond the story, I think that the actors did an amazing job of portraying the characters. I fell in love with Noah Calhoun along side Allie...I even said to my husband half way through, "I really like that guy...he's really cool!!" There is just something about him, that drew me in. (Ryan Gosling)

I love that throughout the story you never really know whether the man reading Allie the story is Noah, or Lon...they leave you guessing until the end (I won't give away the secret!!) But after the movie my husband and I were saying that either way...it would have been alright.

It is a MUST see in my books...the actors are amazing, and the story is amazing!! I felt emotionally drained after watching it!! There is nothing like a good cry...especially when it is not something in your own life that you are crying about!!

I LOVED IT!!
5 stars!!

This is one of those films you would ridicule if described to you by a buddy, you would reluctantly agree to go to (only because it is your wife's turn to pick the movie) - and will end up staying with you forever.

A young couple's love is tested through societal chasms, dreams and ambitions, a world war, an avaricious mother withholding his letters, a handsome rich suitor, alzheimer's disease stealing away the past...I will refrain myself here not to enter into spoilers territory.

The story is narrated with flashbacks, as the notes of the girl (played by the young Rachel Adams and the older Gena Rowlands) are read to her by her friend (James Garner) who shares the same long-term nursing home.

Does it hit all the sappiness buttons? Masterfully yes - but it does so to a purpose!
If you are depressed, see it to regain perspective of what is important in life.
If you are happy, it will make you appreciate your happiness more.

RECOMMENDED!

A tale of love at first sight, "The Notebook" is a story about finding a love that endures the test of time. Noah Calhoun (Ryan Gosling) is no one special. He leads his life as best as he can, until one summer evening, Allie Hamilton (Rachel McAdams) steps into his life. A simple courtship soon turns into a true summer love. Allie and Noah fight for their relationship as Allie's upper-class parents insist that Noah is not good enough for a girl of her status. Separated by meddling parents, the two live out their separate lives. Several years later, they meet again. Their passion is rekindled and soon, Allie is forced to choose between Noah and her new, upper-class fiancé (played by James Marsden).

Many years later, an older Noah (James Garner) shares this special and intimate story with his wife (Gena Rowland). Each day, he reads a portion of the notebook, where the stories of a younger Allie and Noah are captured on rippling pages.

Based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks, "The Notebook" moves back and forth from past to present, as an aged couple revisits history and relives a romance that began during a summer so long ago.

A must-see for all the romantics of the world, the movie is a bittersweet mix of joy and heartbreak. A definite tear-jerker, this movie is for those who believe that true love CAN last despite years of separation.

The actors do an amazing job. Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams are realistic and believable as they deliver a powerful performance that moves with such great emotional force. The DVD also includes many deleted scenes; a definite essential for any romantic movie fan. There are many other enjoyable features such as screen tests, movie-documentaries, and commentaries (just to name a few).

A must-have for every romantic's movie-library, "The Notebook" is a movie that will never leave your heart and will leave you believing that true love CAN last a lifetime.

I personally never liked romantic movies...i'm more into the horror/action genre but i do enjoy a good heartwarming film once and a while, and well after so long of not wanting to watch this movie, my girlfriend got fed up and set up this night for us to watch this film.

She's seen the movie twice and loved it too death, she said it reminds her of our relationship.

So there i am watching it and by the middle of the film, my girlfriend is balling her eyes out and myself, dry as the arizona desert.

So the film finally ends, she asks me what i thought..."cute" i said and she's like "what? cute? come on..it was beautiful!"

So instead of getting into a big discussion on this film, i just told that yes, i did actually like it...now i'm a bit lying, cause although it was good, it was not the best romantic film i've ever seen but yes it was nice.

If your a girl, i think you'll love this movie, if your a guy like me with some feeling inside you, then it's a cute movie to watch with a girlfriend or a girl, but i wouldn't watch it alone..i find there's no point!

Sorry..hope that wasn't too mean!

...last thing, the ending was very nice and sweet, see i said something nice!

Now babe, can we watch Hostel?

This was the best movie i have ever saw. Ryan and Rachel were perfect for the part. Nobody else could have done as well as they did. They warmed up the hearts and made the tears fall.

Excellent movie. I loved it. Watched it twice within 2 weeks. Excellent story. Sad, funny, romantic. It's a keeper to watch many times over. The actors are so good.

This is a beautiful and inspiring love story. Ryan Gosling portrays a character that makes you believe in the power of love.

okay it's a chick flick, my daughter (15) and I have rented it at least 5 times in the past year so I finally bought it for her for xmas and she was so happy she loves it! I love that she actually likes a movie where there is no swearing, killing or shooting!

Last night my husband and I watched the movie notebook. The notebook is a movie about two young people in love, from two totally diverse worlds. The movie is based on the novel "the notebook" by Nicholas Sparks. I've added this movie to my favorite collection. It is such a heart warming story of true love and the ending of this wonderful love story brought tears to my eyes. I would highly recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys a love story. I haven't read the book yet. However, I've added it to my "to do list." They always say that the book is better than the movie. If this is the case here, then I'm in for a real treat.