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Love Letters

1999Movie1 h 40 min

59
DecentGoodWatch score

A deeply romantic, moving drama movie about everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Story

An ambitious U.S. Senator reflects back on his life after the death of a woman whom he loved and kept in contact with only through correspondence.

Feels like

  • Political Drama
  • Melancholy Romance
  • Nostalgic Reflections
  • Character-Driven
  • Thoughtful & Introspective
  • Mature Themes
  • Complex Relationships
  • Well-Written Dialogue
  • Subtle Storytelling

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Stanley Donen
Written by
A.R. Gurney

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Facts

May 12, 1999 · 1 h 40 min · Drama, Romance, TV Movie

Released
May 12, 1999
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Genres
Drama, Romance, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
Canada
Available in
2 countries

Tropes

Shell-Shocked Veteran, Old Maid, Only One Name +9

  • Shell-Shocked Veteran
  • Old Maid
  • Only One Name
  • I Want My Beloved to Be Happy
  • That Man Is Dead
  • Stalker with a Crush
  • The Reveal
  • Love Letter
  • Trauma-Induced Amnesia
  • Identity Amnesia
  • Asshole Victim
  • Alcohol-Induced Idiocy

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Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Love Letters?"

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Where can I stream Love Letters?

In the United States, Love Letters streams on fuboTV. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Love Letters worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Love Letters good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Love Letters plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.