"Surprise, Surprise! Movie I was sure I would hate, I loved"

Rating: 9/10 (25 March 2003)

There have been so many films made about teenage romance where we get the usual bland cliches and stock characters(boy from wrong side of tracks falls for nice girl or vice versa), that I had sincere doubts
about even watching this film. One of the greatest joys in movie
watching is finding a film you are sure you will hate, and discovering a true gem. A Walk To Remember is just such a movie. Sincere, honest, portrayals by Shane West and Mandy Moore elevate this film to a level where most movies of this type only dream of reaching. Not only is this a story of romance, it's a story of finding those things in life that are most important to us, and experiencing them to the
fullest while we can. Excellent performances, a great script that remains true to it's characters throughout and avoids the usual cliches and stereotypes the would certainly doom such a venture as this. If you're looking for an emotional ride, get out the handkerchiefs and enjoy! and watch this one!