I love this movie!

Rating: 9/10 (2 September 2002)

I was reluctant to see this movie because I knew it didn't have a happy ending. After prodding from several people, I sat down to watch it. After bawling my heart out for 45 minutes, I had to watch it again. There is something about this movie that touches me and everyone else I've talked to that has seen it (even men!) I watch it all the time and love it even more every time. Shane West gave an absolutely amazing performance and I cannot wait to see him in future movies (it helps that he's a beautiful man, too!) Mandy Moore surprised me with her performance. She was excellent as well. This film deals with subjects such as death, redemption, religion, and love - and does it wonderfully.