an inspirational movie that will make you cry and smile at the same time

Rating: 10/10 (12 June 2002)

The book A Walk to Remember was, no doubt, one of my favorite books. It's a moving tale of hope, faith, and love. When I found out that they were turning it into a movie i was down right agitated. In my mind: "Hollywood will butcher this..." After watching the movie (For the third time now, if i may add =] ), my faith in films (those based from books) have been officially restored.
The plot is simple: A jaded, rebellious young man (Landon Carter) unexpectedly falls with a sweet, religious girl (Jamie Sullivan).
But the experiences each character undergoes makes the movie simply beautiful. The simple things they do for each other will truly leave you smiling and probably even complaining why you yet to find that kindof love. Hehe...
Shane West's performance as the soul-searching Landon Carter was fantastic. I don't know how he does it but the simple tug of his mouth, forming a smile, or the slight squinting of his eyes makes you "feel" what he feels. The scene where he clung to his father in desperation left me bawling my tears out. Mandy Moore played her role beautifully. After Mariah's Glitter and Britney's Crossroads, it was refreshing to finally see a singer who can actually act!
All in all, the movie is worth every penny you pay for it. Sure, it may be flawed in some ways, but everything else makes up for it.
Truly a beautiful movie.