Remember Sunday
A lonely, down-on-her-luck waitress meets a handsome, quirky jewelry store clerk and thinks that maybe, finally, she's met Mr. Right. The more Molly gets to know Gus, the more she's intrigued by him. But she's also mystified. Gus is absent-minded, preoccupied. Is he hiding something? The short answer is: yes. He's reluctant to share with her that since suffering a brain aneurysm, he's totally lost his short-term memory. Every day is a brand new day, his life starts anew. Every day he sees Molly he struggles to remember who she is and what she represents. Every day, he has to fall in love with her all over again.
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Plot Summary
A struggling writer named Molly falls for a charming vet named Gus. However, Gus suffers from a rare condition where he loses his memory of the previous day each night, forcing him to reintroduce himself to Molly every morning. Despite this immense challenge, they build a unique and loving relationship.
Critical Reception
Remember Sunday is a heartwarming and poignant made-for-television movie that explores themes of love, memory, and perseverance. While some found the premise somewhat predictable, it was generally praised for its emotional depth and the strong performances of its lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its emotional resonance and sweet romance.
- Appreciated for the committed performances, particularly from the lead actors.
- Noted as a touching, if somewhat predictable, exploration of love against adversity.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented for this made-for-television film, but it is generally considered a moving and well-acted romance by those who have seen it.
Fun Fact
The film's premise is reminiscent of the 1982 film '50 First Dates,' though 'Remember Sunday' focuses more on the emotional impact of the memory loss on the relationship rather than a purely comedic approach.
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