Absolutely delightful. Ethan Hawke & Julie Delpy make a marvelous pair

Rating: 9/10 (20 February 2014)

(Credit IMDb) American tourist Jesse and French student Celine meet by chance on the train from Budapest to Vienna. Sensing that they are developing a connection, Jesse asks Celine to spend the day with him in Vienna, and she agrees. Passing the time before his scheduled flight the next morning. How do two perfect strangers connect so intimately over the course of a single day? What is that special thing that bonds two people so strongly? As their bond turns to love, what will happen to them the next morning when Jesse flies away?
I've seen this movie and the sequel, After Sunset. I have yet to see Before Midnight. This movie is one of the best romance films you will ever see, simply because it is brimming with crisp dialog and creativity. It also makes sure to avoid clichés. I actually dig chick flicks, even the predictable ones. I do love it when something spontaneous and creative comes along like this. Not sure if this will appeal to female teenagers, it might move a little too slow for them, I hope I'm wrong on that. But, adults will love this movie. Another reason this movie is dynamite is because of the performances from the two leads. These are two lost souls, pining for excitement in their lives. Watching them fall in love during one night was a real treat. It wasn't just thrown on screen to make you believe their in love, I felt it. I could feel their love. Ethan Hawke isn't a favorite of mine, but he excels in a big way here. He's charming, likable, vulnerable, and witty. I enjoyed the hell out of him. Julie Delpy is his match as the stubborn, but beautiful and caring love interest. Their chemistry is top-notch.
Final Thoughts: Hawke and Delpy are essentially the whole show here and they are more than up to the task. Even people who don't like romance films should appreciate this one. It's a must see
9/10