ThedevilChoose When a movie has you begging for it to end not even half way through it's pure crap. We've all seen this movie and this characters millions of times, nothing new in it. Don't waste your time.

AnhartLinkin This story has more twists and turns than a second-rate soap opera.

Kirandeep Yoder The joyful confection is coated in a sparkly gloss, bright enough to gleam from the darkest, most cynical corners.

Billy Ollie Through painfully honest and emotional moments, the movie becomes irresistibly relatable

damittaja Ringwald and Batinkoff make this movie a very entertaining movie. They portray the angst of having a baby when you are very young with such intensity that one would think the story to be a true story. I have no idea why the IMDb score for this movie is as low as it is. The plot is sound, the characters are logical, there is plenty of romance, humor and drama. The story might not be set into the breathtaking New Zealand landscapes but instead to a place we all might relate to. Same goes with the situation the two youngsters end up in. They are intelligent and ambitious and they have a solid plan how they intend to waltz through life. However, plans are just plans when life takes an interesting turn for you and this movie portrays such a situation with skill. Yes, it's a bit predictable but romantic movies tend to be so, eh? The plot moves at a brisk pace and I felt there were no unnecessary scenes or characters. Even the minor characters (there's a comedic relief guy too) stayed very minor as the story concentrated on the two youngsters.The most interesting thing in this movie for me was how the two youngsters try to cope with their new situation, responsibilities and emotions. They love each other, but it is not easy all the time. Are there any couples who could say that statement is untrue? Their responsible families are not perfect (as it is in real life) and cause problems by loving too much. It's both sweet and annoying, maybe partly because that's just how it goes in real life too.If you are looking for a good and entertaining "chick flick" to watch, this one won't fail you.

moonspinner55 A high school ace with everything going for her goofs up and gets pregnant; her mother is devastated, and her boyfriend's parents object, but the teens get married and hope for the best. Molly Ringwald's appealing personality manages to shine through the plastic coating and convictionless screenplay by Denise DeClue and Tim Kazurinsky, good writers who have no idea what tone to set--nor how to wrap things up. The adults are shrill caricatures played cartoonishly over-the-top, while newcomer Randall Batinkoff is just average. Ringwald's career became rudderless after out-growing the John Hughes/teen-angst comedies which made her a star, so why in "For Keeps?" is she back in high school? It's a defeatist move, and while Ringwald never embarrasses herself, she's obviously too smart a cookie to lend any kind of credibility to this hackneyed scenario. ** from ****

Pookyiscute I've seen this movie a couple of times and I love it to death! I'd have to say that I have two all time favorite movies, and this is a tie with The Year My Voice Broke. This movie, is set in (present day -which at the time was 1988)in a small town of the U.S. These two high school sweethearts get pregnant, and decide that although both sets of parents are against it, they are going to get married. It's the story of their successes and trials that they face throughout their pregnancy and once the baby is born while they are married. Molly Ringwald is wonderful in the movie, but then, I think she's one of the most talented actresses, who unfortunately was type-casted so much, really wasn't able to overcome it after the '80s. Her leading man is also very good. I found him to be a great pick for that role, and he made you believe he really was his character. This movie is sweet, sincere, and really true to what the message is trying to say. I love this movie, and hope that all of you will take the time to watch it. It's not only educational but romantic, and heartwarming. I give it a 10 out of 10.That's my review.

kibler@adelphia.net For Keeps (1988) Molly Ringwald, Randall Batinkoff, Kenneth Mars, Miriam Flynn, Conchata Ferrell, Sharon Brown, Renee Estevez, John Zarchen, Michelle Downy, Pauly Shore, D: John G. Avildsen. Long-term high school couple marries thinking they can handle a life together after diligent Ringwald gets pregnant. Truthful teen trials like sex, marriage, parenthood, and family acceptance are underscored, but the repercussions of the story are obvious and insincere. Good intentions though. Running Time: 98 minutes and rated PG-13 for some language and sexual situations. RATING: ** (out of ****)