Like a Single Day (2004) is a romantic drama directed by Nick Cassavetes, based on the novel of the same name by Nicholas Sparks. The story unfolds in two timelines and focuses primarily on Noah Calhoun (Ryan Gosling) and Allie Hamilton (Rachel McAdams).
Set in the 1940s, the film depicts their passionate summer romance in a small Southern town. Despite their deep bond, social differences and parental disapproval drive them apart. Years later, Allie, now engaged to another man, sees a newspaper article about Noah fulfilling his dream of restoring an old house he promised Allie. The story begins in a nursing home, where an elderly man (James Garner) reads a love story to a woman (Gena Rowlands) and reveals that she has Alzheimer’s disease. As the story progresses, themes of eternal love, memory and sacrifice emerge. The emotional climax depicts a reunion where Ally must confront her past and her own decisions.
The Notebook - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | The Notebook |
| Genre: | Romantic Drama |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Nick Cassavetes |
| Main Cast: | Gena Rowlands as Older Allie, James Garner as Older Noah, Rachel McAdams as Allie Hamilton |
| Release Date: | June 25, 2004 |
| Banner: | New Line Cinema |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $25 million |
| Runtime: | 2 hours 1 minute |
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With a moving score and breathtaking cinematography, “Like a Single Day” has become a beloved classic, delighting audiences with its depiction of true love that stands the test of time and memory. The film highlights the idea that love can remain alive even in the face of life’s difficulties.