I will never deny that I am a Robert Pattinson fan. But, I was very curious to see him in another substantial role other than Edward Cullen. I wasn’t for sure what to expect with Remember Me as I had read mixed reviews on it. Half seemed to love the movie and half seemed to hate it.
My niece went with me and we were both very surprised at how good the movie was. I don’t think either of us was expecting it to be a flop, but I’m also sure neither of us expected such an in depth movie.
Robert Pattinson did justice to the character of Tyler Hawkins, a troubled, young man. His acting was quite impressive, and he did an applauding job of playing the brooding rich kid who’d faced more than his fair share of hardships, fighting to find the meaning of life, and trying to deal with his pent up anger over his brother’s suicide.
I had never heard of Emilie de Ravin, the actress who played Ally Craig, Tyler’s love interest until this flick. I was also quite taken with her talent, and was touched by the emotions each brought to the screen on their own and blown away by the emotion and chemistry they shared together.
I also applaud Pierce Brosnan’s role as Tyler’s father, Charles Hawkins. He showed a depth to a man presumed to care more for his career than his family that most probably do not consider. His portrayal of a character that seemingly neglected his family because he loved his work more, was brought into a different light. He shows how a man can lose track of what is important by believing he is doing the right thing until it is too late.
I will not do a spoiler to the movie and spill about the ending, but I will say that if you are one of those who “pay attention” to details, as I do as a writer, you will, within about the first ten minutes or so of the movie have a distinct idea of what is going to happen at the conclusion of the film.
All in all, Remember Me is a wonderful, true-life story of struggles and hardships among all types of people in life, whether young, old, rich or poor. A truly empowering movie with a strong message to all of those who are willing to open their minds and listen.
