Review of Say Anything... (1989) by Mary B — 23 Mar 2013
Lloyd Dobler is a nervous but charming 18-year-old, and Diane Court, the beautiful valedictorian.. Dobbler takes her out, gives her driving lessons and his heart, helps her overcome a fear of flying, and they both fall in love.
The one thing that gets in his way, however, is her protective and crooked father. When she leaves for College, he becomes heart-broken and shows up in front of her house blasting her favourite song from his boom box, the kind of romantic gesture that would make any woman swoon (coming as it is from John Cusack).
Lloyd Dobler is the kind of guy every girl should have for a best friend - and if they're really lucky, a boyfriend. He's not pretty, not rich, not brilliant, not popular, not ambitious - but he has heart and integrity.
And that's what elevates this film beyond the realm of your usual teen movie.
This review of Say Anything... (1989) was written by Mary B on 23 Mar 2013.
Say Anything... has generally received very positive reviews.
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