Refreshingly told love story

Rating: Null/10 (15 July 2006)

This film is about the unlikely first love between a reverend's daughter and a young man who is up to all sorts of mischief. After their chance meeting, their lives are changed forever.
I really liked this film. Despite the predictable story, it is told in a refreshing manner. Character development is great. Both the main characters change subtly, bit by bit, after being influenced by each other. Cinematography was good, and the cameraman's skill is already fully shown at the first scene, where the camera moves in different directions and at different speed to focus on various things that are going on in the youngsters gathering.
I particularly respect the fact that Mandy Moore is portrayed wholesomely, without having to resort to using skin to attract other boys (or the movie goers). There was even not a sex scene, which I have no complaints about. This down-to-earth girl-next-door is attractive without being sexy or glamorous. Sex does not equal love. I think it is an important message to be told to young people.
This movie is touching and I do recommend it!