A Love Song To You
A Love Song To You

A Love Song To You

2010Movie68 minJapanese

Sungje, a member of the Korean pop group Supernova (Choshinsung), meets and falls in love with a blind Japanese fan.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes43%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users67%
Director: Shainee WoodellGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, Lawson Pines, returns to her childhood home in New Orleans after her estranged mother dies, only to find two drifters, Bobby Long and his younger protégé, Perry, living there. Initially resentful, she decides to stay and cohabitate with them, forming an unlikely bond that helps them all confront their pasts and find a semblance of peace.

Critical Reception

A Love Song for Bobby Long received mixed reviews from critics. While many praised the performances of John Travolta and Scarlett Johansson, and the film's atmospheric New Orleans setting, some found the plot to be slow-paced and somewhat predictable. Audience reception was also divided, with some appreciating the character-driven drama and others finding it lacking in emotional impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances by the lead actors.
  • Commended for its evocative portrayal of New Orleans.
  • Criticized for a meandering plot and lack of dramatic tension.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the acting and the melancholic atmosphere of the film. However, many felt the story was too slow and didn't build to a satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

Scarlett Johansson initially turned down the role of Lawson Pines because she felt the character was too similar to her role in 'Lost in Translation'.

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