“The Vow” comes out on DVD and Blu-ray this week, and I watched … I mean a good friend of mine — yeah, a good friend — watched it and liked it. So, to protect my friend’s identity, I’m going to relay his thoughts and sentiments towards the film.
When Paige (Rachel McAdams) and Leo (Channing Tatum) met, it was love at first sight and they were inseparable. It seemed like nothing could tear them apart until a car accident leaves Paige without any memory of her time with Leo. Now, he must do everything he can to win his wife’s heart again.
I can’t really believe that I’m saying this, but “The Vow” is actually a good movie. It has some strikes going against it from the beginning — one, it’s a chick flick; two, Tatum is the lead; and three, Tatum is the lead. Surprisingly enough, the movie actually works and works well.
Yes, I am about to say this, but Tatum isn't awful in this movie. In fact, he's actually quite believable in the part — or at least more believable than him being a hardcore G. I. Joe. McAdams is the same character she always plays, but since she’s just so cute and cuddly, it works.
I won’t go into the plot much because it is the same regurgitated story that we’ve seen time and time again. The part that I believe makes the film feel different than most is that ...
SPOILER ALERT
…Leo and Paige do end up back together, but not in the predictable "her memories all come rushing back" sort of way. Her memories never come back. The couple has to literally get to know each other all over again. And when Leo asks Paige out at the end, I ... I promised myself I wouldn’t cry.
“The Vow” is a pretty stereotypical love story that’s been told time and time again, but I think the little twist to the cliché helps make this film stand above the others. It’s definitely a great snuggle-on-the-couch type of movie.
Or at least that’s what my friend said.
The Blu-ray includes deleted scenes, a gag reel, director commentary and and a few Blu-ray exclusives.
Film: 3.5 Yaps Extras: 3.5 Yaps