A Cinematic Experience

Rating: 10/10 (27 June 2004)

I'm not sure why the professional reviews were so mixed on this film because it is an excellent production.
The story might be hackneyed and predictable but anyone who has seen the ads pretty much know what they are getting into. The thing that makes The Notebook so much better than the average romance film is there was so much care put into the production. The cinematography is the best since Seabiscuit! The music is good and used judiciously. The editing is non-intrusive, which is a rare thing these days. The acting is fine all around, especially by Rachael McAdams. It's too bad Hollywood does not put this much attention to detail in more of their movies.

Do yourself a favor and see this one on the big screen. It is truly an all around satisfying cinematic experience. 9/10