Beautiful

Rating: 8/10 (9 January 2010)

I have absolutely no idea what to say about this movie. I thought I would hate it. A really popular romance that all the kiddies loved? I was positive that I was gonna make it through half the film (if even) and scream " What a load of crap!". But that didn't happen. Now, I have to admit I was curious. I am a fan of Gena Rowlands and her late husband. But don't know much about Nick. McAdams is cute and Gosling was great in Lars...I really didn't want to see this movie. A friend recommended it ...so my husband and I sat down, watched the movie. And I cried. Yup, like a little sissy. The tears just ran down. In all honesty I can say that I was surprised and really inspired by this film. You don't find that many love stories that you can truly relate to. But you can with "The notebook". Anyone can understand the characters and basic trauma of their lives because they are ordinary. Most films are based on a platonic and ideal love, but in this story, we can actually relate with the characters and their relationships. That's why it's special. Anyone can understand it. Other than that, I have to say that the movie was beautifully made, set design, photography, etc...but the actors.... damn! Talk about chemistry!