You're not alone...a good movie
Added 9/11/2009
If you like this genre of movie---romantic comedy, family drama type [Grand Canyon, One Fine Day, Parenthood etc.]...than you will enjoy this movie. It is a favorite of mine. I'd rate it 4.5 stars. I've read some reviews that were critical of the performances. I don't agree. The stars and the cast did a terrific job.
My favorite part is the end...I can watch it over and over.
Marriage isn't easy...and you don't get nominated for Best Marriage of the Year...unlike BEST COUPLE at your senior prom. But it is beautiful too. I love the moments highlights...those shared points the two of you cherish.
And to love your kids..and want what's best for them...demands the best you can offer them in your marriage. Maybe you can't make it...but this movie makes the point: Don't give up easily...cause there's a lot to lose.
Standtall
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The movie is really good and I got it in my house really fast, no problem at all.
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Enjoyable Movie!
Added 1/13/2009
A wonderful film based on a story of a couple and the challenges that they face throughout the years.
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Story of Us-DVD
Added 9/22/2008
I have always loved this story....who CANT relate to at least some of it? Especially if you're married or have been in a long-term relationship. Fact is, people change, but rarely at the same time or to the same degree. I wanted to keep this in my collection (my previous copy was VHS and I no longer own a VCR) so I bought the CD. I have a few friends who have never seen it, and 2 were going through relationship issues, so we had a girls night in tissue fest. I recommend this to couples or a group of friends.
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If Your Kids Have You Down OR If You Are Thinking Of Divorce/Breaking Up, You NEED To Watch This DVD: "The Story Of Us"!
Added 8/14/2008
While there is no accounting for difference of opinions about a film, sometimes there are core themes that viewers need to face. And "The Story of Us" holds up a wonderful, rich, powerfully performed, and subtle mirror of marriage and family that may not be what a viewer really wants to see reflected back to them. As a father of three sons who was essentially "forced" to accept divorce as the various therapists "solution," I strongly feel that this movie would have made at least a dent in their arguments. That is to say, "The Story of Us" dares to DEFY the politically, socially, culturally, and "modern" solution to marital "unhappiness" and stagnation: it "allows" the couple, Ben Jordan (played with great aplomb by Bruce Willis) and Katie Jordan (portrayed with enigmatic dexterity by Michelle Pfeiffer) to rediscover themselves and what is important to them.
Marriage and family--the most critical social institutions of all societies--have become near "cultural lags" in todays world of rapid change and emphasis upon "taking care of yourself first." For most people today, fifteen years of marriage is "enough;" and the Jordan's feel the pressures of giving up to find "personal happiness." "The Story of Us" takes a subtle, sardonic, insightful look at how this couple struggles. It shows the power of "time outs" for couples: time where each spouse can introspectively examine themselves without the "pressures" of children under foot; and, in this case, without the other spouse as well. Yet, critics pan the film because they are "looking" for romance and sparks:
"Willis and Pfeiffer, who should be flinty enough to strike sparks off each other, look glum and stony about the whole affair. All in all, a compelling argument for divorce."
Well, folks, divorce is a glum and stony act, BUT such actions are NOT a compelling argument for divorce--unless of course you BELIEVE in divorce as the be all solution to boredom or being frazzled (which is what Ben and Katie Jordan are experiencing). Moreover, I can state emphatically, that I have suggested this movie to a number of couples experiencing the same things, and this movie provided them with great comic relief and a chance to really talk about their problems. As a former professor of classes on The Family, one of my primary text books was "Family Talk: Interpersonal Communication in the Family" by Steven A. Beebe and John Masterson (ISBN: 9780075548966), something I still strongly believe to be the foundation for the survival of marriage and family as institutions.
Please note, that I am not suggesting that "The Story of Us" is a self-help movie. Rather, it is a very entertaining and subtle story that reflects real life. And, even if you have a healthy relationship and/or family, I think you will enjoy this movie if you give it a chance. That includes viewing "The Story of Us" not as a romantic or love story, but a story of marriage and family.
Please Note: If this review was not helpful to you, I would appreciate learning the reason(s) so I can improve my reviews. My goal is to provide help to potential buyers, not get into any arguments. So, if you only disagree with my opinion, could you please say so in the comments and not indicate that the review was not helpful. Thanks.
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You're not alone...a good movie
Added 9/11/2009
If you like this genre of movie---romantic comedy, family drama type [Grand Canyon, One Fine Day, Parenthood etc.]...than you will enjoy this movie. It is a favorite of mine. I'd rate it 4.5 stars. I've read some reviews that were critical of the performances. I don't agree. The stars and the cast did a terrific job.
My favorite part is the end...I can watch it over and over.
Marriage isn't easy...and you don't get nominated for Best Marriage of the Year...unlike BEST COUPLE at your senior prom. But it is beautiful too. I love the moments highlights...those shared points the two of you cherish.
And to love your kids..and want what's best for them...demands the best you can offer them in your marriage. Maybe you can't make it...but this movie makes the point: Don't give up easily...cause there's a lot to lose.
Standtall
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The movie is really good and I got it in my house really fast, no problem at all.
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Enjoyable Movie!
Added 1/13/2009
A wonderful film based on a story of a couple and the challenges that they face throughout the years.
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