a well played drama, natural faces..

Rating: 9/10 (12 May 2010)

well, i have not read the book so this is not a comparison between the book and the screen.the plot is running a bit fast and the romance is built up rather quickly and the worst part is the story deviates its course in an abrupt way. the story is so simple and predictable.
but the characters have really put themselves into it.as many complains channing tatum is not giving too much expressions but taking into account his character its acceptable. he is a soldier and a tough guy with a tough past but how he changes himself for love is impressive.his appearance and built is appealing.he does a nice job in the last melancholic scenes.
amanda seyfried has done a wonderful part 'living' the character.'acting' as we see it of julia roberts or meg ryan is not seen here but she is simple,sun shine and just lively.its more natural.especially the last but one shot where tatum leaves her home,she has done a wonderful job.the music is so lively and strengthens the moments. the last scenes may not break you into tears but i am sure you will enjoy watching it again.
the plot was never ending in a doom or destruction as many has said but its beautiful in that the couple still loves each other,how badly she needs him and how he understands her situation and forgives her and helps her at the same time he cant accept her as before because she is another man's wife.the reason she has for leaving him is not a selfish one but is from her deep love to tim and alan and her sacrificial caring.even though an apparent tragedy follows when tatum says goodbye the movie ends with a ray of hope.
its a good movie,an ordinary story with beautiful moments and natural characters and a good message.