One of my mother's favorite films!

Rating: Null/10 (18 August 2001)

My mother frequently has this in her VCR, and I don't blame her. The film has so many things going for it, besides the casting and story. There are so many film themes running here. It is a romance, a murder mystery, a supernatural thriller and a comedy (Whoopi Goldberg's performance as Oda Mae the Fortune Teller is priceless, and well-deserving of her Oscar). Yes, the ending is tear-jerking, but it is done so WELL! I find myself reaching for the Kleenex each time I watch it. Enjoy this film when you need a good cry, along with a happy ending.