Curapedi
I cannot think of one single thing that I would change about this film. The acting is incomparable, the directing deft, and the writing poignantly brilliant.
Mathilde the Guild
Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.
Guillelmina
The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.
robert23-1
WOW!! Although this wonderful TV Movie has a sad WWII basis, the themes
of unconditional love, enduring love and marital devotion permeate throughout. The dramatic performance of Betty White, a major departure from her previous comedic roles, primarily Rose("Golden Girls" and "Hot in
Cleveland") is absolutely superb! Like her character, Caroline, Betty in real life
never remarried after her husband passed away. Betty, who is in her late 90's continues to shine! The casting of Jennifer Love-Hewett(Susan), who most will remember from "Party of Five"(Fox), and Sean Faris(Lucas), is a credit to the casting department. The chemistry between the two shines through in every scene!! The writing and direction is first class. The final scene when Neil's casket is brought home to the station where Neil - so wonderfully portrayed/acted by Billy Magnussen thoughout - & Caroline said goodbye and where she returned every Valentine's Day - was so emotional, tears were running down my face as I'm sure happened for the cast. This movie is a must see one for anyone who is truly in love, on Valentine's Day.
michael garneau
A movie, like a story, that can elicit a strong emotion of one kind or another must be considered 'good'. Despite this movie's negative points which include average acting and a simplistic 'been there and done that' plot line this movie was one that was able to accomplish this while being a feel good movie at the same time. A good watch. Jennifer Love Hewitt was stunningly beautiful as usual. The side plot romance between herself and Lucas was every man's dream. Being awarded not one but three top medals posthumously was a bit out there. The rose flower appearing long after the plant's death a far stretch. Again the movie was a reach. But it did elicit emotion. I am glad I watched it.
Michael O'Keefe
A Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation that tugs at the heart strings and brings an unashamedly tear or two. Newlywed Caroline Thomas(Betty White)says goodbye to her young Navy pilot husband on Valentine's Day in 1944. He is off to war and she hands him a handmade valentine as he promises to come back safe to the LA Union Station. Caroline returns every Valentine's Day and waits for a train carrying her husband. Her husband is considered MIA, but she returns to the train station...for 60 years. A young TV journalist(Jennifer Love Hewitt)sees a poignant human interest story that may just boost her career. In the process she falls in love with Caroline's grandson(Gil Gerard). The use of flashbacks really add depth to the story line and Meghann Fahy is absolutely gorgeous as the young Caroline.
orthogonal6
Sometimes I think that Betty is risking overexposure considering all she has been in lately, but then you see something like this. Wow! Did the other actors bow down on the set in "we're not worthy" reverence? They should have. All the actors were fine in their roles - no big issues with any of them. Betty just stepped it up several notches.You watch something like this that links to such an iconic time in history. You realize that there are fewer folks around who lived it, and maybe they know or knew something we have forgotten. Like how to love completely and forever. They are now old and generally carry their hurts with such grace and dignity that it can really pull the tears out when you get a glimpse at what their life has forced them to bear. Betty makes you believe it totally. Let's keep her around forever.
