Prelude to a Kiss (1992)

Touches You

Powerful

Great Film overall

Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.

We got to see this movie for free when it first came out. We even managed free popcorn and drinks. It wasn't worth what we paid. What little bit of the movie I saw showed no range of emotion from Meg Ryan, who, try as she might, can't seem to ever get more than "perky" in any of her roles, at least, the ones I've seen. Ned Beatty, who I appreciate as an actor gave a stale performance, as did the rest of the case.Although, I left after about 30 minutes, so take this review for what it's worth. It may have gotten much better after we left. However, it bears noting that we walked out of a movie that we got into for free and got free munchies for.

This wonderful little film suffered, I think, from grossly inaccurate marketing. I bought it on DVD a little while back (having seen it ages ago and loved it) and in the spiel on the back describes how Peter "discovers with hilarious consequences that when you can't believe your eyes, you can always trust the laughter in your heart." So now we're expecting to fall about laughing and because Meg Ryan's in it we think of 'When Harry met Sally' or something similar. 'There's something about Mary' has a storyline based on one man's love for Mary but it's the comedy which carries the movie, not the love story. But this film is not like this at all. First and last this is a love story. Yes it makes you smile at times but Mike Baldwin's wonderful portrayal of Peter is very moving. SPOILER ALERT!!!When he knows he's lost the love of his life when to all intents and purposes she's still standing in front of him, it is so poignant. So, if you love a really good romance, watch this unusual and lovely film. All the acting is excellent, but Mike Baldwin gets my vote for, as has been said elsewhere, the performance of his life. Wonderful!

The DVD just became available near me so picked up the movie on an impulse. I remember seeing it on cable some time ago and being very touched by the story and the great performance of Baldwin. Having seen it again, its one of my favorite movies..and probably the best romance in my DVD collection.Its a modern day fairy tale with a moral and timeless wisdom. It ponders the nature of true love....and then gives an answer. It asks the more contemporary question.."what do you do when the person you love becomes sick, repulsive and dying?"Of course, this is an allegory for aids but the concept of loss is universal and Baldwin gives a great performance in conveying feelings of loss and helplessness.

I agree with another reviewer this could have been a much more interesting film. As it is, it's a silly, slightly icky fantasy with marvelous acting by the two principals and Sydney Walker. Some very poignant moments with Alec Baldwin, and Meg Ryan is irresistible as always. What a waste of Stanley Tucci! Definitely worth seeing.