Only You
Only You

Only You

1994Movie115 minEnglish

Two childhood paranormal incidents have convinced schoolteacher Faith Corvatch that her true love is a guy named 'Damon Bradley', but she has yet to meet him. Preparing to marry podiatrist Dwayne in ten days, Faith receives a phone call from Dwayne's old classmate Damon Bradley, who is on his way to Venice. She impulsively decides to fly to Italy with the hope of finally encountering the man of her dreams. Accompanying her on the trip is her sister-in-law and best friend Kate, who has just left her husband, Faith's brother Larry.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users69%
Director: Norman JewisonGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Faith, a superstitious young woman, believes her soulmate is a man named Damon Bradley, whose name she saw on a Ouija board. When she meets a charming stranger on a train to Venice, she's convinced he's the one. However, he reveals his name is indeed Damon Bradley. A whirlwind romance ensues as she pursues him across Italy, only to discover the charming stranger she met is not Damon Bradley after all.

Critical Reception

Only You received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising the chemistry between Marisa Tomei and Robert Downey Jr., as well as the picturesque Italian settings. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and a bit formulaic for a romantic comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the engaging chemistry between its leads.
  • Appreciated for its charming romantic premise and beautiful Italian scenery.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and relying on romantic comedy tropes.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, particularly appreciating the performances of the lead actors and the romantic storyline. The film's lighthearted tone and picturesque setting were also frequently highlighted as positive aspects.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Italy, with Venice, Rome, and Positano serving as key backdrops, adding significantly to the romantic ambiance.

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Alunauwie

Alunauwie

Only You presents a charming and light-hearted love story built on the mysterious concept of destiny. Despite some unrealistic choices by the characters, the plot unfolds smoothly with unexpected twists and beautiful European scenery. Stron...
westcoast.wanderlust

westcoast.wander...

Marisa Tomei and Robert Downey Jr. are drenched in chemistry in this 1994 romantic comedy about true love, coincidences, and destiny. Marisa Tomei is Faith who believes her soul mate is someone named Damon Bradley, a name she got off a Ouij...
Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Your typical love story. Girl was told the name of the man she will marry one day by a fortune teller. She believed it and meets a guy who lies and says that is his name.