Here I am with a soaking handkerchief

Rating: 8/10 (4 May 2005)

"The Notebook" (2004) has something absolutely amazing - the best on-screen chemistry between two young lovers who are crazy about each other, whose love is so real, so overwhelming, so tender and passionate that you actually forget that they are acting. Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams are sensational. Since I saw Ryan in his controversial "The Believer" (2001), I always wait for his next film. I believe that he's got a great future. McAdams was radiant- just to think that the first movie I saw her in was Rob Schneider's "Hot Chick" (yes, I rented it). Her work in "The Notebook" made me think that for many young (and not so young) artists the biggest problem is not the lack of talent but the chance to find the right material and the right director who can make the best of their abilities.
I like the movie. I believe it deserves its tears. It really made me think of Woody Allen's words, "If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans". Even if the plans are as simple as to live happily ever after.
8/10