The Notebook (2004)

What's not to love? This is one of the best-crafted love stories I have seen. The writing and cinematography is exquisite; the story and characters are compelling; the acting and ending are sublime. What more can I say (without giving the ending away)? (Note: This is not a "chick flick" or a "date movie"; it's a "full-life movie" or a "true-love movie." This movie is not a dating strategy; it is a life strategy.) Yes, it can make grown men weepy, but in a good way. Anyone with a heart and soul will be moved by this film. It will warm the cockles of your heart and make you believe in true love that lasts, no matter what. Five stars.