Product: Keeping the Faith (2000)
Rating: 4.0
Almost PERFECT!
Ok, I know it is very difficult to believe that yet another romantic comedy is coming out, and that in all probability it is gonna make you sick with corney dialouge and predictable jokes and leave you wondering why these people fell for eachother in the first place. That is one thing that is GREAT about keeping the faith--you see the chemistry between all three characters (Father Brian, Rabbi Jake and Anna Riley) and dont wonder for a second what interests them in eachother. Yes its predictable and even sappy, but it is also truly charming, well written and funny. You really care about the characters and when you listen to them talk to eachother you feel as if you are really listening to old friends chat. All three actors are so perfect for their roles and Norton's first timed directing doesn't let us down. Along with the love triangle part of the story there is some really good discussions about faith, life, and forgivness. I love this movie from the opening to closing credits--see it, cuz if you wanna regain your faith (no pun intended, hehe) in romantic comedies, you will too!