Directed by Nick Cassavetes, this adaptation of author Nicholas Sparks bestselling novel revolves around Noah Calhouns (James Garner) regular visits to a female patron (Gena Rowlands) of an area nursing home. Rather than bore her with the inanities of everyday life, Calhoun reads from an old, faded notebook containing the sweeping account of a young couple (Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams) whose love affair was tragically put to a halt after their separation in the midst of World War II. Seven years later, the couple was reunited, and, despite having taken radically different paths, they found themselves unable to resist the call of a second chance. The Notebook also features Joan Allen, Sam Shepard, and Kevin Connolly. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide
By ShellyMae From Texasfrom Houston, Texas on 12/7/2007
Pros:
Broad Appeal, Emotionally Engaging, Engaging Characters, Great Cinematography, Original Story, Talented Cast
Best Uses:
At Home
Describe Yourself:
Avid Moviegoer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This movie made me cry my eyes out but in a good way! I thought it was absolutely the BEST love story ever!!! All I wanted to do was hug & kiss my husband afterwards and tell him how much I Loved Him!