Always (1989), Steven Spielberg

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Genre: Romance, Drama
Overall Rating:

(out of 5)

I was debating whether to give this a 4 or a 5. I lovelovelove this movie, ever since my dad had me watch it back 4 or 5 years ago. I dare you not to cry. Some of the "big critics" say its a flop, or that it lacks emotional strength, but I am telling you right now... Its VERY hard not to cry in this one. I was sobbing. You get to love those characters

The Story:

(out of 5)

1 Point: Interesting

2 Points: Original

1 Point: Unpredictable

1 Point: OMGZ

Its fire season, and we get a firsthand look at the ups and downs of an aircraft fire-fighter's life. (I spent like ten minutes trying to come up with a synopsis... I just really don't want to give anything away. When my dad first described it to me, it sounded stupid too).

Characters:

(out of 5)

1 Point: Well-Played

1 Point: Original

1 Point: Relatable

1 Point: Emotional Attachment

1 Point: OMGZ

Pete Sandich (Richard Dreyfuss): The top dog of flying, he is always pulling crazy stunts but always gets the job done. He is madly in love with Dorinda, but they have a very unusual relationship.

Dorinda Durston (Holly Hunter): Pretty much the only woman in the field, she also loves Pete but hates how he never remembers things such as her birthday, or how he always puts himself in danger Al Yackey (John Goodman): Pete's best friend.

Believability:

(out of 5)

1 Point: No Disbelief

1 Point: Well-Explained

1 Point: Characters Fit Conceivably

1 Point: Not Foolishly Omniscient

1 Point: OMGZ

There's nothing super-freaky about this movie. Its realistic, could really happen, and touches your heart.

Weight:

(out of 5)
1 Point: Relatable Lives
1 Point: Relatable Choices
1 Point: "Wow" Moments
1 Point: Lasting
1 Point: OMGZ

This movie will stay with you a long time (or at least it has with me). Its realistic, so its even easier to get involved in, and it teaches us some very important details about death, love, and moving on.

Visual:

(out of 5)
2 Points: Visual Quality
1 Point: Unique Visual Perspective
1 Point: Special Effects
1 Point: OMGZ

They didn't need too many special effects, but the few scenes that did incorporate were very well done. C'mon, its Spielberg.