Summerpeach

This was one of my favorite books, read it twice and went to see the movie today.
I have to say, having read the book, I didn't think Julia Roberts was a good choice to play the main character.
But I was wrong. She was EXACTLY like the writer. She was awesome
All the actors were exactly like the book.

One of the best movies I've ever seen.
And I saw it at a good time since I am in the midst of break-up hell and this story is all about change/moving on, finding your spirit and taking chances.

I cried about 10 times during the movie.
The movie was my life and I think many of the lives of people in pain from relationships.

I give it 10 stars :-)

Please see it

HanahGoodness

I'm off to see it today! Thank you for the review!

Spiritual Seeker

Sometimes Julia Roberts is too big for a part with too many familiar mannerisms and I just see her rather than the character.
With your recommendation, I will go see the movie.

SheCanRun

Thanks for recommending it... I also loved the book and read it twice. Gotta find a girlfriend to go with me to see it asap

coffeedrinker

i am glad you were able to even leave your house, summer.
i'm pretty sure i would have been holed up at home smoking cigarettes and feeling like vomitting.

Summerpeach

I thought this would be the case as well, but she wasn't. She was totally different.
She was great!

Summerpeach

Thank you :-)
I quit smoking 2 1/2 yrs ago and let me tell you, I WAS DYING for a smoke this week.
I left my house at least once every day to either do my cat shelter work or see a friend or just to walk. But was mostly holed up!
I too am glad I made it out today for the movie, then errands, then supper.

BuffaloGal

Didn't expect to enjoy the book, but it is now one of my favorites. I have quoted, "Honey, Ray Charles could see your control issues" more times than I can count. I'll check out the movie!

silkspin

something has been leading me to this book - it's been on my mind. Finally went and bought a copy last night and will start reading tonight!

Live

thank you....I will want to read it and see it!

Summerpeach

When you all read/see the movie, Please come back and let me know what you all think.
This movie really inspired me

Live

oops....wrong thread

Spiritual Seeker

Saw movie 2night and thoroughly enjoyed it. Julia R. was perfect 4 the role.
Scenery + soundtrack great too.

Summerpeach

The soundtrack was great as was Julia.
What was the part that stuck in your mind the most?!

RollTide

I saw the movie this weekend and thoroughly enjoyed it. The scenery is lovely.

I went to Bali and India years ago to "find myself" and did just that. My favorite picture of myself is at the Taj Mahal. In that moment I knew where I was in life and how I got there. I was so alive. I had taken a year off from work and was ready to go back. I knew where I wanted to go and how to get there.

I came home and shortly afterward started my relationship with what would become my AH and now my XAH. I truly didn't know what I was getting into. Life turned into hell.

Now I'm "getting me back." It's happening and it feels wonderful. I hope this makes sense.

silkspin

Ok, I read the first 30 or so pages last night, and the part where the old man showed her the picture of getting balance in her life and knowing God, I was spontaneously brought to tears. This is especially profound for me because I am working my 2nd and 3rd steps in Al Anon which is about this very topic, and I think I had a spiritual enlightenment right then and there. I knew there was a reason that so many indicators (including this thread) lead me to picking up this book, especially powerful since I'm not one to read these kinds of books or watch this genre of movie. Amazing!

waiting313

i LOVED the line "whenever you think of him send him light and love, and then drop it."

so good for those who are still attached to memories.

loved the movie. it really spoke to me.

Summerpeach

I went numb at that part. That was so emotional and beautiful.

Summerpeach

Please see the movie after you read the book. You will lose your breathe

seekingcalm

I read the book 2 years ago, and saw the movie last night. When I read the book, I was in a completely different place. The movie resonated for me so much now.
I also loved the lines..."I love him", "So love him". "I miss him", "So miss him"...And reading Susan Anderson's book at this time as well is so hard, and so painful, and so helpful at the same time. I love him, and I miss him, but I cannot be with my ex ABF right now. I need this time to be alone, to heal.

But, as much as I love a romantic happy ending, I was strangely disappointed when I read the book and after the movie that her happy ending had to include a man. I wanted her to be happy alone. I need to believe in that possiblity for myself. I am trying.