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Victor Geddes (Campbell Scott) is an arrogant and wealthy young man who has been fighting against leukemia for 10 years. He hires Hilary O'Neil (Julia Roberts) to care for him during chemotherapy. Despite the class differences and Geddes' antagonistic personality, the couple fall in love, but each day is filled with the dread that the disease will finally take the young man's life.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
I Cried the first time I watched this movie, and loved it so much that I just had to buy it. I happened by chance to flick channels just at the same time the title credits were rolling. Interested, I decided to give it a shot and settled down to watch. In the first ten minutes I was hooked and phoned everyone I knew to tell them to change channel and watch it also. Everyone I have spoken to that have seen it, all agree with me, this is definately one of Julia Roberts most amazing performances ever. And even if the thought of watching a film dealing with a terminal illness doesnt appeal to you, then Campbell Scott will definately encourage you to give it a try. I would definately advise anyone to watch this. Julia Roberts fans especially - DONT MISS IT.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Jay
Format:DVD
A modern opera of love, music and dying. Julia Roberts is as young and beautiful as ever. Campbell Scott dramatizes the physical and psychological effects of chemotherapy on a young man, dying from leukemia, to perfection. I could not think of a better setting than the rocky Pacific coast of Mendocino, California with its melancholic moods and its somewhat eccentric population, to give perspective to the end of this tragic story. The pieces of modern art, shown in this movie, are gorgeous and most appropriate. I am no fan of the saxophone of Kenny G. Give me Ben Webster, Charlie Parker, Gerry Mulligan, Coleman Hawkins or John Coltrane anytime. This is a film for mature audiences. I am afraid that most young people don't relate very well to this kind of story.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By L. Smith
Format:VHS Tape
This is yet another spin on the over-done romance-tragedy genre of film, and Joel Schumacher can do, and has done, better. If you want an easy-to-cry-to film for a girly night in, this film's fine. If you want a decent film, with unique style and meaning, try Joel Schumacher's other films.
Julia Roberts's let's herself down with this character who has little individuality, although does act well throughout, a similar statement can be said for her co-star.
A cute film, but lacking depth.
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loved this movie
classic julia roberts love story; get it for your dvd collection. typical soppy love story, set in USA
highly recommend.
highly recommend.
Published 1 month ago by Ms. N. Costello
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Brilliant film!
A real weepy, definitely chick flick. Really beautiful film, doesn't matter how many times you watch it, it still makes you cry.
Published 13 months ago by Mrs. K. R. Hands
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brilliant weepy film
a brilliant film if you need a good cry!
very emotional and touching, i really loved it.
very emotional and touching, i really loved it.
Published on 4 Feb 2008 by Ms. K. Lilley
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Apalling appalling APPALLING!
The protagonist was actually doing quite well up until Julia Roberts walked into his world, passing the 'job interview' by stating 'well im wearing a short skirt'! Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2007 by T. Carnell
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A Good Romantic
This is your typical romantic film. There were parts when i could feel the tears welling up. A must see for all ages.
Published on 23 Aug 2005
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