I don't usually dislike Nicholas Sparks' movies. Yes, they're way too cheesy and romantic... but isn't that the reason we like them? This one though goes a bit too far. Girl meets a boy she doesn't even like and the day after she's cheating on her boyfriend with him. She also go and meet the guy's family while the aforementioned boyfriend is away on business. Boyfriend comes back, finds out everything, gets mad and leave. The day after he asks the girl to marry him. If this wasn't already unrealistic enough, the guy asks the girl to marry him too. It has been what, three weeks at most? After all this, the second part of the movie begins. The girl and the guy are now happily married, but she gets into a car crash and consequently into a coma. The guy is left alone with his two kids and the choice whether to get her off the machines that keep her alive. In my opinion, this part is better than the first one but at that point I was expecting so many improbable events to happen that I wasn't surprised when the girl woke up (after it was said the chances were less than 1%) and with zero brain damage. In conclusion, the story itself wasn't bad, but I would have personally widened up the time windows (e.g. made the boyfriend be away for months) and switched the marriage proposals with just forgiveness. The story would have been the same, just much more believable.
... View MoreThis story is so predictable, I can't believe they took the effort making it. By the way, non-native English speaker here, is that accent of Travis even real? It seems so over the top. Plus, and this is neither here nor there, but what is up with the helmet hair of Travis? They seem to blow dry it in the same shape as Queen Elizabeth.
... View MoreIf you are ever in the mood for some tear-jerking romance and drama, The Choice, is the movie for you. The movie is based off of the Nicholas Sparks novel, The Choice. It takes place in the most romantic setting, a small coastal town, and it is full of young love. The Choice is about a man named Travis Shaw, played by Benjamin Walker, who is a cool, easy going, and good looking man, who is currently in an "off and on" relationship with his high school girlfriend, but is not ready for commitment. Gabby Holland, played by Teresa Palmer, is a stubborn young medical student, with a long time boyfriend, who recently moves into the house next door to Shaw. At first the two don't get along, because of Travis's smug and egotistical nature and Gabby's fiery and stubborn mindset. However, over time the two start to grow fond of each other, and they will have to decide whether or not their love is real and if they will be together. Directed by Ross Katz, The Choice is a well acted, heart warming, romantic drama between main characters, Travis Shaw and Gabby Holland, who will have to make a decision on whether or not their love is worth fighting for. The Choice is a great movie because of its well selected cast. I think that Ross Katz, the director, along with screenplay writer, Bryan Sipe, did a great job making the film come together as a whole. They choose very talented group of actors and actresses to make the movie come to life. In the film, Benjamin Walker played the lead male role, Travis Shaw, and Teresa Palmer played the lead female role, Gabby Holland. This talented duo was able to bring out the unique personalities of their characters. They both did an amazing job at making it seem like their feelings for each other grew gradually throughout the film, and the connection between the two characters was incredible. The love they had for each other, draws the viewers in and makes them feel connected to the film. The Choice also had great drama scenes. At the beginning of the movie, you can already sense that there is tension between Travis and Gabby, and as the film progresses you can still feel the tension building between the two, even after they begin to fall in love. When things between them are at a high, Gabby and Travis will be forced to make a choice that will affect whether or not their love is worth fighting for. I think that Nicholas Sparks writing really came alive through the film. Each dramatic scene was acted and planned so perfectly that the drama that was woven into the romance of the story, putting the viewers at the edge of their seat. The Choice was also very heartwarming. Throughout the film, there is definite growth within the characters as individuals. Supporting roles like Stephanie Shaw, Travis's sister, played by Maggie Grace, and Monica, Travis's girlfriend, played by Alexandra Daddario, have important and heartwarming moments together that help to shape him into a even better man. The transformation and growth of character relationships in the film was also amazing. As the love between Travis and Gabby grow, the more intimate moments they have together. The relationship between the two is so full of love that it will touch your heart. Overall, I think that The Choice is a great movie. It has great actors that makes the movie come to life, and it is full of dramatic and heartwarming scenes. It is hands down one of my favorite movies, because I love how even though there's ups and downs in the relationship in the movie, it still somehow seems perfect. The Choice is an amazing movie for teenagers or adults, it will keep you at the edge of your seat but also touch your heart.
... View MoreThe latest movie adaptation of a Nicholas Sparks novel, "The Choice" is about two people (played by Benjamin Walker and Teresa Palmer) who seem to be of differing personalities who meet cute, start a romance, and one is going to make a choice that will affect their lives forever.So let me do a quick break down of this movie. Despite some heavy drama thrown around during the second and third acts, "The Choice" is basically a romantic comedy. As such, the couple "meet cute," meaning they meet in a cute, funny, and interesting way. This important element is catastrophically bad in "The Choice." I almost cringed at the horrible dialogue when Walker and Palmer first met. Fortunately the dialogue improved somewhat in their subsequent meetings, although still at the level below what is expected of a good screenwriter.Now to the second act, where things really start to get interesting. The romance and drama get amped up, and most of the corny dialogue is replaced with slightly more serious and believable fare. But all this time, I keep thinking of the lack of chemistry between the two leads — a crucial part of any movie, especially that of a rom-com — and how Walker was miscast as the male lead. Another big strike against this movie; but as the movie goes on I started focusing more on the characters instead of how the actors looked together. Saved by the bell here.Then there's the third act, which is mostly about the choice one of the leads has to make. In order to not spoil the movie, I won't mention anything more other than it is a Nicholas Sparks story, so prepare to have your emotions played with.My most memorable, movie moment of "The Choice" is the scene when Walker professes his love for Palmer, telling her in his own way that he wants to be with her forever. This is the most dramatic and authentic part of the movie, filled with raw emotion without artificial sweeteners or cornball dialogue.Sparks fans will most likely have a kinder attitude to "The Choice." But fans of great rom-coms will be disappointed, but still mildly entertained.Mannysmemorablemoviemoments
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