A single father of two, Bob Morrison - a talented composer of musical ditties for commercials learns that the love of his life in his college years - Jennifer Corely - is also still single. Bob reconnects with Jennifer, sparks fly again and the love between them rekindles. But as in many love stories, the flames flicker and seem to die. But, as in life, where there's love, there's hope in this story. This is a sweet, yes perhaps sugary, story. Nevertheless, I find the music to be powerful, moving and wonderful. The story is heartwarming, hopeful and can become very familiar for those of us who seek "the one" in our lives, and may have to wait for years to find her/him. I rate this film near the top of my all time favorite movies mainly because of the beautiful and moving music, but also because of how the characters care for each other, and are kind and thoughtful to each other. This care and thoughtfulness is seen in interactions between the men as well as between men and women. Watching, you can see how kind and thoughtful they all are to each other. Sadly, I find sorrow in the fact that the very talented Joe Brooks' life ended so badly and sadly. Perhaps he was still looking for the "Jennifer" in his life. He was a talented but perhaps lonely man, who left us much too early.

This is indeed "funny": you either LOVE or absolutely HATE this movie: 40 % (!!!) of all viewers indeed give this a (10 (TEN !!) and app. 21, 22 % give this an 1 (AWFUL !), and then there's hardly anybody in between. Ain't that strange ??! (Frankly, I also don't quite get it how it ends up at low 2,8 with such a rating schedule ? shouldn't it have some app. 5-rating then ...???).Well, I saw this movie some 20 years ago on TV, some Saturday or Sunday matinée viewing and I liked it then (but then again I was a teen in those days). It impressed me enough to buy the 2 LP-set, ordered it from the USA. I have not listened to it also for a decade or more, but I can still remember the song well enough, since I played it A LOT then.Now I wonder, should I see it again and I guess, probably not. Older and of course more cynical today then 20 years ago I would probably also give it a lower rating and why spoil an old memory ? :-) I don't rate it, 'cause my opinion is not warrant anymore after such a long time since seeing it, but it was nice and it is probably one that one should see when being young ...

Loved this movie and watch is every so often. Superb sound track that I wish was available. Good romance movie, but not too "mushy" or a tear jerker. Has a good plot which ends on a happy note. Somewhat believable. Would recommend.

This movie has a GREAT soundtrack. The title song is pretty but the others used are outstanding. "California", which we hear whenever the hero goes after his old flame, should be adopted by the state.Our hero is a top jingle writer for ad campaigns in New York with a desire to move up to movie scoring. This takes him to California, which is where the college sweetheart who walked out on him now lives. He wants to relive the past with a happy ending. This movie will resonate with anyone who has old memories.There are especially nice touches here about male friendship and intercommitment. James Brooks seems to have done everything: story, music, directing, lead role, and it does seem very personal. But this movie has a number of interesting elements in it. Some bits about working with advertisers to produce a musical spot are marvelous. Jimmy Breslin has an interesting side role. There is a lot of warmth to this movie, and don't forget the wonderful music.