Giorgia Greselin
I don't usually dislike Nicholas Sparks' movies. Yes, they're way too cheesy and romantic... but isn't that the reason we like them?
This one though goes a bit too far. Girl meets a boy she doesn't even like and the day after she's cheating on her boyfriend with him. She also go and meet the guy's family while the aforementioned boyfriend is away on business. Boyfriend comes back, finds out everything, gets mad and leave. The day after he asks the girl to marry him. If this wasn't already unrealistic enough, the guy asks the girl to marry him too. It has been what, three weeks at most?
After all this, the second part of the movie begins. The girl and the guy are now happily married, but she gets into a car crash and consequently into a coma. The guy is left alone with his two kids and the choice whether to get her off the machines that keep her alive. In my opinion, this part is better than the first one but at that point I was expecting so many improbable events to happen that I wasn't surprised when the girl woke up (after it was said the chances were less than 1%) and with zero brain damage.
In conclusion, the story itself wasn't bad, but I would have personally widened up the time windows (e.g. made the boyfriend be away for months) and switched the marriage proposals with just forgiveness. The story would have been the same, just much more believable.
warpedbros
I'm 38 minutes (wasted and unable to relive) into this mess. Where do I start... Oh! I know! How 'bout this - dialogue that is so Hallmark movie laden that I'm laughing out loud at! So very predictable. And so poorly written. Yes,it's that bad, folks. But wait, there's more! The newly born "puppies" are for SURE weaned and probably eating solid food at the time. Quite a stretch to foist off on the viewers. At this point in the film I'll give some kudos to the cinematographer for at least doing their job because it certainly looks okay. Good even! But oh. That story, execution, and the absolutely horrible dialogue.... I feel sorry for the actors given the task of making this watchable. And I could almost sense they felt it too. Oof. Avoid. You've been warned and will thank me later.
kam-49787
If you are ever in the mood for some tear-jerking romance and drama, The Choice, is the movie for you. The movie is based off of the Nicholas Sparks novel, The Choice. It takes place in the most romantic setting, a small coastal town, and it is full of young love. The Choice is about a man named Travis Shaw, played by Benjamin Walker, who is a cool, easy going, and good looking man, who is currently in an "off and on" relationship with his high school girlfriend, but is not ready for commitment. Gabby Holland, played by Teresa Palmer, is a stubborn young medical student, with a long time boyfriend, who recently moves into the house next door to Shaw. At first the two don't get along, because of Travis's smug and egotistical nature and Gabby's fiery and stubborn mindset. However, over time the two start to grow fond of each other, and they will have to decide whether or not their love is real and if they will be together. Directed by Ross Katz, The Choice is a well acted, heart warming, romantic drama between main characters, Travis Shaw and Gabby Holland, who will have to make a decision on whether or not their love is worth fighting for. The Choice is a great movie because of its well selected cast. I think that Ross Katz, the director, along with screenplay writer, Bryan Sipe, did a great job making the film come together as a whole. They choose very talented group of actors and actresses to make the movie come to life. In the film, Benjamin Walker played the lead male role, Travis Shaw, and Teresa Palmer played the lead female role, Gabby Holland. This talented duo was able to bring out the unique personalities of their characters. They both did an amazing job at making it seem like their feelings for each other grew gradually throughout the film, and the connection between the two characters was incredible. The love they had for each other, draws the viewers in and makes them feel connected to the film. The Choice also had great drama scenes. At the beginning of the movie, you can already sense that there is tension between Travis and Gabby, and as the film progresses you can still feel the tension building between the two, even after they begin to fall in love. When things between them are at a high, Gabby and Travis will be forced to make a choice that will affect whether or not their love is worth fighting for. I think that Nicholas Sparks writing really came alive through the film. Each dramatic scene was acted and planned so perfectly that the drama that was woven into the romance of the story, putting the viewers at the edge of their seat. The Choice was also very heartwarming. Throughout the film, there is definite growth within the characters as individuals. Supporting roles like Stephanie Shaw, Travis's sister, played by Maggie Grace, and Monica, Travis's girlfriend, played by Alexandra Daddario, have important and heartwarming moments together that help to shape him into a even better man. The transformation and growth of character relationships in the film was also amazing. As the love between Travis and Gabby grow, the more intimate moments they have together. The relationship between the two is so full of love that it will touch your heart. Overall, I think that The Choice is a great movie. It has great actors that makes the movie come to life, and it is full of dramatic and heartwarming scenes. It is hands down one of my favorite movies, because I love how even though there's ups and downs in the relationship in the movie, it still somehow seems perfect. The Choice is an amazing movie for teenagers or adults, it will keep you at the edge of your seat but also touch your heart.
jeremiah nair
I saw this a few months back and recently I watched an older Nicholas Spark- novel - turned-movie. I must say the common human behavioral characteristics involved in his movies are one of lies, deception and unfaithfulness.This movie above is no different, Gabby is a feisty medical student and Travis is an easy going vet. Gabby already has a long term relationship with a doctor with whom she cheats on, this is justified because 'fate' has chosen this to be.This disregard for moral standards shows itself in the movie, the dialogue is very planned and almost seems unnatural for Palmer (who hides her natural accent very badly) to deliver her lines in a convincing manner, the movie tries to hide this with the usual exposing of female physique and the mid-movie romp between the main characters. Walker was a lot less convincing and overplayed his role as a Southern smooth talker and his haircut did not do him any favors there.This is your typical Nicholas Spark big screen movie...too long and too predictable.
