From Concordian:
I watched this movie last Thursday and it still gives me chills when I think about the ending. Remember Me leaves a lasting impression.
Sure, I’m a sucker for a good drama, but this one really stands out among the others. Usually, it’s just a love story with some complicated twists, but this one goes deeper.
All the questions about Robert Pattinson are answered in this movie: Yes, he really can act when he’s not playing a sparkly vampire. Although this movie might not display his full potential, he’s an actor to keep an eye on.
His character, Tyler, as well as all the other characters make the movie very realistic, hauntingly realistic.
We learn about family secrets and the emotional impact death can have on a person. Tyler meets Ally on a contrived setting—she’s a bet from his friend. But the typical love story of boy meets girl evolves into something much deeper.
They connect on a level that many others can’t understand.
We see loss and heartache, lies and deception, love and importance of family. The drama is nothing short of intense.
The ending, although powerful, could have been changed for my liking. The date on which it ends has been overdone—you’ll see what I mean.
The movie overall is worth watching—the dialogue gets awkward at times, but overall, it is good.
And for all you Twilight-Pattinson obsessed people out there: Fear not, there are several steamy scenes you will be thrilled about.
It’s getting a bad rap with most critics, but I think it’s worth seeing.
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From OK! UK:
What’s it all about?
Tyler (Pattinson) is grieving for his dead brother and frustrated with his family when he meets Ally (De Ravin), who has lived with her overprotective father since her mother’s murder. But, just as their dysfunctional families help bring them together, they also threaten to tear them apart.
What’s good?
It’s nice to see Robert Pattinson ditching his fangs and playing a bog-standard human for a change. He manages to be both broody and charismatic, and there’s a definite spark between him and his leading lady. Tyler’s relationship with his little sister also makes for some very sweet scenes, and Pierce Brosnan puts in a brilliant turn as the obnoxious father.
What’s bad?
The film is about love, but if you go in expecting a slushy chick flick you’ll be greatly disappointed. It’s uplifting in parts, but ultimately very sombre. There’s a surprise twist at the end which we enjoyed but might divide audiences.
OK! verdict:
R-Pattz finally proves he can do more than play vampires in this touching drama about family and relationships.
From USF Encounter:
From beginning to end, Remember Me, directed by Allen Coulter, sucks you in emotionally. It is a gripping tale of love, family struggle, and tragic events. This film captures the essence of young love and offers an appropriate amount of tender moments throughout. Remember Me, as its title probably connotes, is sad, but not in the classic romantic drama way. It is a heartbreaking film on a variety of levels. In fact it’s more of a tragedy than a romance.
Remember Me opens on a New York City subway platform. There, a little girl witnesses the murder of her mother. This scene brings you to the edge of your seat. We meet the young witness again, years later as college student, Ally Craig (Lost’s Emilie de Ravin). She is the daughter of an understandably over-protective police sergeant (Chris Cooper).
Then we are introduced to Tyler Hawkins, played by Robert Pattinson. Tyler is young, rebellious and pretty mad at the world, but mostly at his dad. An introvert; Tyler spends much of his time alone in a mysterious diner, writing. He lives in a filthy apartment with one very obnoxious roommate, Aiden (Tate Ellington). Tyler is cynical. He lives in a dark existence; depressed and alone. His little sister, Caroline is the only true light in his life. She brings out his warm and loving side that is until he finds Ally. Pattinson’s acting is genuine and charming. He succeeds in making you care about the character of Tyler Hawkins.
After a night of heavy drinking, Tyler gets involved in a fight outside a bar. The cops come and in a fit of rage, Tyler shoves Sergent Craig. Tyler and Aiden are thrown in jail and resent the cop. Coincidently, Ally Craig attends the same university as Tyler and Aiden. Aiden suggests that Tyler ask her out, only to dump her to get back at her cop dad.
But, Tyler and Ally fall in love. The progression of their romance is sweet. Each has baggage and emotional damage. Ally especially helps Tyler understand his darkest emotions and deal with the problems he has with his father. Pattinson and de Ravin have great on-screen chemistry.
Though Tyler and Ally are the main characters in the movie, Tyler’s involvement with his divorced parents add depth to the story. Tyler detests his wealthy father, Charles Hawkins (Pierce Brosnon).
Remember Me works hard to be profound. It succeeds in proving its point. One has to live with passion and make their mark on the world no matter how small. Because the conclusion of Remember Me uses true events to garner emotions, you feel for the characters more deeply. As a result, Remember Me is heartbreaking.
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