Long ago---when life was far more simple-----and sentiment as well as romance were qualities to be cherished-----there was "Random Harvest." At that time, it was no sin to cry at a movie because it moved you in an emotional way. Our lead characters had a nobility about them that made us love them, become engaged in their predicament (no matter how far-fetched it may now seem to a more jaded contemporary audience) and thrill in the way everything was resolved. Yes, in those days---sometimes good things did happen to good people! "Random Harvest" is the quintessential M-G-M high gloss romantic film from its Golden Age.
Others have presented the plot of this marvelous story and noted the touching performances of Greer Garson and Ronald Colman. And the supporting cast is an extraordinary ensemble.
How many movies can one see again and again----and still be much affected by the sheer joy of what you are watching? There is something magical about film. It can transport us back in time with a story featuring long-dead performers at the height of their unique creative powers. "Random Harvest" is such an experience.
I have long admired Colman as someone who was always able to project a humanity and decency in the characters he played. From "Prisoner of Zenda" and "Lost Horizon" to "Talk of the Town" and "Tale of Two Cities"-----Colman gave us roles featuring truly exemplary people. And Garson's mature glamour and glow are qualities we can much treasure even today.
This is truly one of the greatest romantic films ever made. See it with someone you love! It will only make you love each other more!
Others have presented the plot of this marvelous story and noted the touching performances of Greer Garson and Ronald Colman. And the supporting cast is an extraordinary ensemble.
How many movies can one see again and again----and still be much affected by the sheer joy of what you are watching? There is something magical about film. It can transport us back in time with a story featuring long-dead performers at the height of their unique creative powers. "Random Harvest" is such an experience.
I have long admired Colman as someone who was always able to project a humanity and decency in the characters he played. From "Prisoner of Zenda" and "Lost Horizon" to "Talk of the Town" and "Tale of Two Cities"-----Colman gave us roles featuring truly exemplary people. And Garson's mature glamour and glow are qualities we can much treasure even today.
This is truly one of the greatest romantic films ever made. See it with someone you love! It will only make you love each other more!