Nights in Rodanthe

Don't watch this movie alone. That would be a waste of the effort made by writer, director, cast, and crew. This movie is about coping with loss, grief, and second chances. If you watch it alone you may get the message but miss out on the benefit of sharing the emotion.

This is a classic tear-jerker movie. But, the quality of the cast makes it far more interesting and fun to watch. It's not all tear and drama. There are plenty of smiles and laughter too. And the music. The soundtrack for this movie is worth downloading and adding to your collection.

Diane Lane is great in her role here dealing with too many changes in her life at the same time. Richard Gere plays the equally troubled doctor dealing with losses of his own. Their paths cross and mingle as a symbolic storm passes over them.

There is plenty of kissing for this movie to qualify as a romance, and plenty of drama to fit that category as well. The scenery is classic Outer Banks and it is well photographed. The supporting cast is perfect with Scott Glen, Viola Davis, Christopher Meloni, and James Franco floating in and out of the story.

Watch this with someone who will not tease you about letting a tear or two fall.