If Ever I See You Again

A successful composer, Robert, finds himself reflecting on his past and his tumultuous relationship with a beautiful model, Jennifer. As he navigates his present life, he grapples with the memories of their passionate but ultimately doomed romance, questioning the choices that led to their separation and the lingering impact it has on him.

If Ever I See You Again was met with a largely negative reception from critics, who found its plot uninspired and its emotional core lacking. While some acknowledged the ambition of Joseph Brooks directing, writing, and scoring the film, most felt it failed to connect on a significant level. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, leading to its status as a largely forgotten film.

• Critics found the film to be a melodramatic and unengaging exploration of a failed romance.
• The screenplay was often criticized for its lack of originality and depth.
• Joseph Brooks's dual role as director and star was seen by some as a weakness rather than a strength.

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Joseph Brooks, the film's director, writer, composer, and star, also directed the music video for 'You Light Up My Life,' which was a massive hit for Debbie Boone in 1977 and shares a thematic connection with the song he wrote for this film.