The Lake House

I saw a movie recently on the flight from Singapore (I saw plenty actually, but remember only a couple). The movie was called The Lake House and stars Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. Watching the movie was a strange and moving experience, especially on a flight, because it gave you the feeling of being disengaged with the real world, in a world of your own (I often get this feeling on long flights). This was perfect for the movie, because it also requires you to suspend disbelief and enjoy the ride.

The movie is a lyrical tale of romance between two occupants of the (eponymous) lake house who actually live two years apart (two years apart for each other, but actually in the same time). Their only mode of communication is an old post box which they use to send each other hand written notes, and a dog who both own (the dog is the only living link with each other). Even though they have never met (and never can meet) they find meaning, strength and love in each other. The guy (who lives in 2004) does meet the girl (who is in 2006) in his time, but at that point in her life she does not know him. So when they meet they cannot express their love, and there is no other way to meet.

Of course there are other twists and turns in the plot, but what is good in the movie to me is its languid pace, its belief in a better future, and its sheer romance (in fact at multiple points in the movie I actually was in tears).

Overall, highly recommended if you are a romantic like me.