Learn how and when to remove this template message, Can't Live with You, Can't Live Without You, It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Never Gonna Be, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Just_Walk_Away&oldid=997082789, Articles needing additional references from June 2013, All articles needing additional references, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, 1993 A & M Studios, Ocean Way Recording Studios, This page was last edited on 29 December 2020, at 22:46. You can pretty much figure out the rest. With Alyssa Talbot, Faith Kelly, Ben Bocko, Amy Zubieta. He leaves his cover page interview to get to Stampler's cell before any other defense attorney does. Five friends go on a vacation to a cabin in the woods, but find that leaving isn't as simple as just walking away. Lindsey worked before with artists like Elton John, Leonard Cohen, Marvin Gaye and Peter Gabriel. Following on from the opening, the movie then resorts to cheap melodramatic contrivances, and demeans both its characters and performers by negating their roles to mere romantic plot devices used to set up act three's ridiculously sappy ending. The movie is short and they do not really ever make us feel that these people were truly in love and felt like sole mates. Both had problems they had to face and through these few days they found each other and fell in love. They were short, superficial, trivial and dry. You have the by the book story, girl is getting divorced, boy with issues shows up. Despite the fact that there were aspects of this film that I felt were not developed enough, I enjoyed it and would recommend it to others. Richard Gere and Diane Lane are great in their lead roles. Supposedly around $7 million after repeated bouts of negotiating. An Officer and a Gentleman. Starting off with a promising first act with lightly interesting and developed characters, rich in personality and with hints of chemistry between the two love interests, Nights in Rodanthe is a train wreck if ever there was on; giving meaning to the fact that even if a movie starts out well, it can end up in the gutter pretty quickly. I watched it over the plane but there were parts in the movie that made me control myself from tearing all over the place. "Nights in Rodanthe" got abysmal reviews, but I decided to check it out anyway: Richard Gere, Diane Lane, a gorgeous setting, and a romance, all attracted me. The screenplay by Ann Peacock and John Ramano is based on the Nicholas Sparks novel. I saw this movie for the first time on TV, thought it was not worth the ticket when it was first released in movie theatres. | I can now say I was wrong. You feel energized, invigorated and alive. With Julia Roberts, Richard Gere, Joan Cusack, Hector Elizondo. Yeah, me, I didn't really want to see it though, it looked too sappy for my tastes, but we got to see it for free, so I figured to just go ahead and give it a fair chance. It was the movie a decade in the making—in more ways than one. Debra Winger not only figuratively left Hollywood, in the sense that she didn't want to make mainstream The film, which stars Julia Roberts as a prostitute who captures the heart of a rich businessman played by Richard Gere, became one of the decade's most iconic rom-coms. Mr. Irving, impersonated with hungry, nervous intelligence by a roughed-up, curly-haired Richard Gere, starts out as an ambitious writer who has just … Gere plays a homeless man attempting to reconnect with his estranged daughter in the movie. | Almost. Now, Richard Gere is a retired CIA field operative that had tracked a group of seven assassins from the U.S.S.R. and, one by one, ended them. The track was produced by Steve Lindsey, with additional production by Humberto Gatica. Ultimately, I liked the movie, but was also disappointed at the same time. Awards Three Christs. Arbitrage. However, I saw "Message in a Bottle". So the fact that there is no distinguishing Third Act may be more Sparks' failing than Peacock and Ramano's. It's a nice romantic film, Diane and Richard make it watchable, Romantic, tear-jerking, but a good-quality picture, Filmmakers Reveal Utter Contempt for Romance Audience, Nights in Rodanthe-It's Brief Encounter and Bridges of Madison County All in One ***. https://www.gala.de/stars/starportraets/richard-gere-20506756.html Falling in love is perhaps one of the most opulent feelings in the world. | Even though it was predictable, it was a sweet movie, I hate the sappy movies, despite it's sappiness that I normally resent, it's still a nice movie and was just a breath of fresh air due to the recent movies that we're getting that are either thrillers, comedies, or action. Sparks possesses a singular thematic pattern which I don't particularly care for. Hachi : A Dog's Story is based on a true story about a college professor who finds an abandoned dog at a train station. 1973 trat er in London im Musical Grease auf, danach folgten Shakespeare -Stücke bei der US-Truppe Young Vic Company . Where it goes from here is anyone's guess, but when you first begin your journey together, nothing can compare to it. [1] The music was written by Marti Sharron and lyrics by Albert Hammond. Nights in Rodanthe is a 2008 American romantic drama film.It is an adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' 2002 novel of the same name.The film stars Richard Gere and Diane Lane in their third screen collaboration after The Cotton Club (1984) and Unfaithful (2002).. He came to prominence with his role in the film American Gigolo (1980), which established him as a leading man and a sex symbol. The Dinner. Hollywood does remember how to use the good old formula, and when lightning hits, it's a rather wonderful feeling. At a time when there are so many romantic comedies aimed at young viewers, it's no bad thing to have the occasional romantic story that eschews humour and involves characters in middle age - think something along the lines of "Bridges Of Madison County" (both are based on novels). Paul is able to go to his patient's husband and say he's sorry she died and is ready to make up with his son in South America. "Nights in Rodanthe" is an insult to audiences. Well, he meant well. | Richard Tiffany Gere (IPA: / ɡ ɪər / GEER; born August 31, 1949) is an American actor and producer. They're all alone together. Clearly Carrey is nowhere near as dumb as the characters he depicts on screen. The worst I've seen in a while. Love, and all the physical and emotional side effects that comes with it, is pure bliss. He began in films in the 1970s, playing a supporting role in Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977) and a starring role in Days of Heaven (1978). The basic premise of the film is that both were in the wake of broken marriages when they meet. Franny. A psychiatrist becomes romantically involved with the sister of one of his patients, but the influence of her controlling gangster husband threatens to destroy them both. 21. NIGHTS IN RODANTHE brings back to the screen two talented actors in Diane Lane and Richard Gere in a simply beautiful story of a man and a woman hungry for something more in their lives than they have at present. Please read the book it is WONDERFUL and in no way does the movie come anywhere close to touching you the way the book does. And there were moments that moved me to the verge of tears. They made me wonder how could the characters connect with so little communication. That is among my all time least favorite movies. 14 HARRISON FORD OVER EVERYONE IN STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS. Pretty....pretty lame that is. You simply want to be around that person every second of the day and the very sound of their voice gets you excited and sometimes aroused. "Just Walk Away" is a song by Canadian singer Celine Dion, recorded for her third English-language album, The Colour of My Love (1993). http://twitter.com/CelineDionGR FOLLOW! User Ratings The song was the background song of the 1999 Japanese television drama "Kōri no Sekai (氷の世界)" or "Ice World". Sedgwick, 48, portrays a fellow homeless person … There were aspects of the film that I wished I'd seen play out more-- where simple flashes merely suggested themes that my mind had to fill in the blanks on, such as the apology to the bereaved widower, and how Adrienne goes from feeling guilty about having slept with Paul to feeling okay with it soon after. Just because "Purple Rain" singer Prince ... At the beginning of Pretty Woman, Julia Roberts (as Vivian Ward) can be seen soliciting potential customers on the Walk of Fame. Usually good screenplays are the result of a talented writer who is in full control of his/her property, understand his material and is a good writer. I remembered 'A Walk To Remember', 'The Notebook', 'Message In A Bottle'. Oh, my friend was just dying to see Nights in Rodanthe, I'm convinced she is absolutely in love with Richard Gere, not to mention she just loves romantic movies, so Richard Gere and romance? Nicki M Super Reviewer. So don't waste your time at the movies PLEASE read the book, you will not be disappointed in the book at all! Initially, I was a bit reluctant to even make an effort to go to this movie but since it's Nicholas Sparks, I thought I should give it a chance cos Im no fan of Richard Gere nor Diane Lane. I had been counting down the months to see this movie because this is my FAVORITE Nicholas Sparks book. A review by Jamie Robert Ward (http://www.invocus.net). Nights in Rodanthe is based on a novel by Nicholas Sparks and I have read a few of his works which mainly involves 2nd-chance romance w a hint of tragedy behind it. I personally think this is the most difficult genre to pull off - romance has to create some magical reality, and some plausibility: we have to believe it could , would happen to them and to us. Unexpectedly, they find that they can help heal each other. The first half of the movie plays like a thrilling murder trial drama. Richard Gere auf dem Weltwirtschaftsforum 2005 in Davos. http://www.youtube.com/CelineDionGR SUBSCRIBE! It's a no brainer, she just had to see this movie, guess who she begged to go with her? A new Star Wars movie was going to be a big deal no matter what, but the original … It was just in the natural process of making the movie. I think both Diane Lane and Richard Gere were perfect for these two characters and they have good chemistry however they just did not develop a long enough storyline for us to see how they longed for each other. James Franco in another micro role is just the right casting, and the elegance of Lane in combination with the beach house, is a true Fall 2008 film to remember forever, as was THE NOTEBOOK. But Jim Carrey, who had just had a hit in Ace Ventura, walked away with a lot more. And I mean waited and waited and waited over a year and a half for this movie and to me, it was worth it. After Paul leaves, Adrienne is shown reading many letters from him and the two seem to be destined to be together when he returns. Richard Gere and Diane Lane are way better than the material in "Nights in Rodanthe". The music was written by Marti Sharron and lyrics by Albert Hammond. Movie Review: In. Ever since they first came to the Outer Banks and filmed the movie (I have lived here my whole life), I have waited for this movie to come out. Surprisingly I found myself mesmerized by Richard Gere, especially his eyes so I would say for his age, he's still very charming. I did some homework before seeing the movie. The chemistry between Lane and Gere is magical from the first scene in the film to their last embrace. Even if the movie did not go in the same direction as the book at least they could of made the romance between these two characters feel more intense. The book was great and I was sure after seeing the movie preview that the movie would be great as well, however I felt like I was watching a movie where the director and cast did not even read what these characters where like. The sort of sick where you could never concentrate on a book, but a sorta silly, light, romantic flick sounds just right (that, and a bowl of chicken soup). That's right, we've got a 2008 film using themes of "Brief Encounter," and "The Bridges of Madison County." There was no video made for the song. He lives hard, plays harder and in the boardroom he demands hard work and total devotion. I certainly felt vulnerable, but I think it's different for men than women. While I am not a woman, I can enjoy a chick flick if its good. External Reviews Just so you know, this is one of those tear jerker movies at the end. The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Richard Gere was so good in this role about a father, husband and respected businessman who risks everything in his life to have it all. When Richard Gere walked the red carpet at the Academy Awards in 1993, there was no way he could have known that the night would have repercussions for his career more than 20 years later. Richard Gere's character, the smarmy defense attorney Richard Vail, sees the capture on the local news and decides to represent Stampler pro-bono for the publicity. Starring Richard Gere & Diane Lane, it's a story about a housewife who just divorced her husband and was helping out her best friend's beach inn when Dr Paul arrived at the inn to stay for 5 days. I am a fan of Gere and Lane, and that is what attracted me to "Nights in Rodanthe". It Takes A Lunatic. Then, there is a little important part, often neglected by the marketing geniuses that so often lack creativity and vision: a good actor. I think this show was right on the money for me. Discovering something, the journey is so much more fun, so much more surreal and so much more emotionally galvanizing than when you finally arrive at the destination. And Adrienne gets the courage to set out on her own and not take her cheating husband back. Norman: The Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New York Fixer. Julie Christie was originally cast in the role of Michelle Stratton but her departure was precipitated by Gere's replacement of Travolta. Mar 23, 2012. Not having read any of his novels, Sparks also wrote "The Notebook" and "Message in a Bottle". This story is a tearjerker and even tho Im resistant to tearing, it did squeeze out a few drops and certain parts of the movie so it's still good. She watches over a beautiful oceanside inn in Rodanthe at the same time he books a room. Adrienne Willis (Diane Lane) has two children and discovers her husband has cheated on her. Director: Phil Joanou | Stars: Richard Gere, Kim Basinger, Uma Thurman, Eric Roberts. It's a no brainer, she just had to see this movie, guess who she begged to go with her? Seit etwa 1969 arbeitet Gere als Schauspieler, er begann mit Rollen in Broadway -Produktionen. Nevertheless, with a few moments of interest, usually inherent in the performance of Gere, Nights in Rodanthe isn't without its positives, but you certainly have to do a lot of looking to find them. Both, also, are searching for healing. Well, we saw it today, it was a little better than I expected, which is saying plenty. "Nights in Rodanthe", based on a novel by Nicholas Sparks, may sound predictable, too melodramatic, too tear-jerking, too romantic, too much, in every sense. The movie helped make her and co-star Richard Gere famous—and yet, neither of their names are anywhere to be found on the stretch of sidewalk. The acting was OK; I'm pretty sure if you read the book, it's a good story. My husband brought this home from the video store, so I could watch something while stuck home sick. They both need to get away. A reporter is assigned to write a story about a woman who has left a string of fiancés at the altar. http://www.facebook.com/CelineDionGreece LIKE! After about 4 days in which they spend the night through a bad special effects hurricane and a town social, the 2 have supposedly fallen so in love that it's changed their lives. Overall, a so-so movie that makes you feel like you want to be in love again the old-fashioned way. The story is pretty pacey w enough sexual tension between the 2 stars, I love the beach inn though, just what I would picture my dream beach house to be, except not that huge and prob not that close to the sea. But I just didn't buy the romance between Lane(Adrienne) and Gere's(Paul) characters. Dr. Paul Flanner (Richard Gere), a successful surgeon, has his wife leave him, his son (an uncredited James Franco) not respect him and looses a patient he's operating on. This movie was terrible. So, I have to say it is well worth viewing. "JUST WALK AWAY" Celine Dion |The Colour Of My LOVE - YouTube "Just Walk Away" wasn't featured on the American edition of The Colour of My Love, and was never released in any way in the United States. The worst I've seen in a while. It's basically the story of lost loves, redemption and a triumph of the human spirit. And not all that romantic. Directed by Garry Marshall. It was released as a radio single in Spain in 1995. The filmmakers assume that audiences for romance films are so stupid that they will accept amateur schlock made with as much care as a local-access, late-night television commercial for a mattress warehouse. Rarely Hollywood creates a masterpiece because lately, there seems to be more concern with hurrying up and getting the most rewards in a hurried manner, or there is the matter of too many cooks in the mix. The book was true love story and I think this movie could of been a lot better. There aren't many actors who can sustain a whole film just by sitting silently and thinking and occasionally saying something simple like "Yes" or "I can't remember." Metacritic Reviews. If you read the book before seeing the movie you may be disappointed like I was. Suffice to say that the audience knows the identity of an assassin that is active throughout the movie. Directed by Jason Dean, Matthew Nash. What upsets me the most is that this could have been the best romantic film since The Notebook but it just wasn't there. It's from a Nicholas Sparks book, with the same story line as a previous one. BOOM magic happens and his demons are banished as she realizes her life has a new purpose. "Just Walk Away" is a song by Canadian singer Celine Dion, recorded for her third English-language album, The Colour of My Love (1993). Indeed, you cannot find anything except what you expect to find: romanticism and drama together, through dialogues and situations which you may have heard in thousands of romance/dramas. why do so many of Nicholas Sparks' films end sadly. Diane Lane and Richard Gere are wonderful and I LOVE them in everything but the movie just wasn't there. We currently have Sex and the City‘s Cynthia Nixon making a play for New York governor — and perhaps another movie star, Richard Gere, interested in a congressional run in the Empire State. 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