With Buce Willis & Michelle Pfeiffer.
“The Story of Us” opened in 1999, the critical disdain was so overwhelming, that some people opted not to see it. Nearly all, the adverts focussed on its romantic comedy aspects, not everybodies tastes. The film was directed by Rob Reiner (When Harry Met Sally), and starred Bruce Willis (who had just undergone a public divorce).
How can this film help couples going through traumatic times in their relationship?
- It helps couples recognise that they are not alone… it not only them going through this.
- You can sort of reach out and touch your own problems in the movie
- It gives you an opportunity to stop the rot as you do realise change needs to happen
Why then recommend this film? Because the agony, the depth of painful emotions, are real. Find a better acting job by Willis or Pfieffer. Find one!!! Can’t be done.
Don’t be fooled. This is one serious movie. It should be required viewing for all couples, married engaged or just close friends. Above all it can be a fantastic wake-up call. The circumstances that lead up to the arguments are simplified, but the emotions are raw. I repeat, time will be very kind to this movie.
Let me know your views it would be good to get some feedback.