Added to Prime Video on Thursday, Apr 4, 2024 A U.S. soldier, John, falls in love with a conservative college student, Savannah, during his leave. Their relationship is maintained through letters after John is deployed to war. The plot explores the challenges of their long-distance love, including John’s re-enlistment after being wounded, Savannah’s marriage to another man due to circumstances, and the eventual demise of her husband. The story concludes with John and Savannah’s poignant reunion, reflecting on themes of love, sacrifice, and fate.
You can watch Dear John on Prime Video in Canada.
Length: 1h 47m
Genre: Romance/Drama
This Title is: Emotional and Heartfelt
Cast
- Channing Tatum
- Amanda Seyfried
- Henry Thomas
- Richard Jenkins
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13
Themes of war and death, and some sexual content.
Trivia
- The film’s opening weekend box office earnings surpassed Avatar, making it the number one movie at the time.
- Based on a novel by Nicholas Sparks.
- The soundtrack features a mix of various artists, including Amanda Seyfried.
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Dear John captures the essence of a heartfelt and emotional journey between two lovers separated by duty and circumstance. While the film has been criticized for its clichéd elements and predictable storyline, the performances of Tatum and Seyfried add depth to their characters, making their love story engaging. The movie succeeds in pulling at the heartstrings, especially for fans of Nicholas Sparks’ novels, despite its reception leaning towards the mixed side according to critics.
