Review of Love Affair (1939) by Orlok W — 10 Jan 2015

'LOVE AFFAIR' is the original and 'AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER' is a by-the-numbers and relatively boring remake. Charles Boyer and Irene Dunne are wonderful in this film. And, the direction and writing were excellent.

.. Often imitated, never duplicated--This is one of the most moving films from Hollywood's Golden Age. It is moving because of its beautifully simple plot. This plot is divided into three parts: the meeting and developing relationship of the central couple; the trip to Michel's grandmother; and the heartrending sequence of planned happiness, fate, despair, betrayal, hope.

.. The nearest thing to heaven!!