THE MOST ROMANTIC TEEN MOVIE IN AGES

Rating: 10/10 (2 February 2002)

So many movies about teens show the immature side of kids. But A Walk to Remember is about real people, with real problems and joys and sorrows, and love - the characters just happen to been teens. Mandy Moore was most impressive in taking over a roll and not coming off like a popstar making a movie. Though new at acting, Mandy was just incredible in the role of Jamie - convincing on every level. There are many more experienced actors and actresses that could take a lesson from Mandy on how to get into the persona of a character, as opposed to just playing themselves over and over in every movie. And the music - the AWTR CD is the best movie soundtrack I've ever heard. All the songs on it blend together so well, and the song "Only Hope" is one of the most beautiful love songs I've ever heard. I expect we'll be seeing more of Mandy Moore the actress. Good job Mandy!