How love should be

Rating: 8/10 (27 December 2005)

I am not a big fan of so-called "chick flicks",but I found myself to be very affected by this film.A young man sets his sights on a beautiful young lady.She resists,mainly because at first she on a date with another fellow.He persists,eventually winning her heart.They are total opposites,and butt heads quite often,but opposites are supposed to attract.There are bumps in the road for the young couple,including a big one that leads the young lady at one point to be engaged to another.They get past this hurdle,only to find bigger ones down the road.This film successfully illustrates to us that true love overcomes the greatest of obstacles.Virtual newcomers Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as the young couple shine brightly,as do established veterans James Garner and Gena Rowlands as the couple in their later years.Although there are not many physical similarities between the two couples in my opinion,the sweet story line helps you past that rather well.I challenge anyone who isn't into romantic films to give it a look.You just might like it.Excellent film!