IslandGuru Who payed the critics

Titreenp SERIOUSLY. This is what the crap Hollywood still puts out?

Actuakers One of my all time favorites.

Robert Joyner The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

nette-14 Alex Carter is absolutely gorgeous. The love scene on the beach was to die for; had to tune in for the next two showings to see it again and again. I was fortunate enough to catch him on a rerun of CSI. Cannot wait to see him in other roles. Watch out for this guy, people--he is not going away. I had read The Mermaid Chair and loved it. I thought Lifetime showed a very good screen adaptation and stayed true to the story. Sue Monk Kidd also wrote The Secret Life of Bees; might want to check it out-a really good read. Love Bruce Greenwood. Kim Basinger looked wonderful, haven't seen much of her in a while. Her wardrobe was pretty, too. One should also check out Thomas Merton's prayer that Father Thomas spoke of to Father Dominique. It is a beautiful prayer, very thought provoking. Yes, it is definitely a chick flick and I along with several friends really enjoyed it.

sunnyfl90 I watched all three encores of this movie, and enjoyed every minute of all three showings... I have read some comments about this movie being confusing?!?!?!? I have know idea what they are talking about...Its a story about forgiveness and...I felt such empathy for all the characters. I am going to go and buy the book now... I enjoyed seeing Kim Bassinger again I liked the character she plays... Alex Carter was not only handsome but great in the part of the monk... I have not watched Lifetime in a while now I will be tuning in on a regular basis if these are the kind of movies they will be showing. I would definitely recommend this movie

earthenroots I saw the movie on Sat.... and was more interested in the beautiful architecture of the monastery...does anyone know what/where that building is located? Is it in the Vancouver Island for real? Movie was OK.... It was good to see Kim Basenger back in the swing of acting, but also the movie didn't answer a lot of questions already posted by others before me. If anyone has a clue where it was filmed...please let me know.. as I just can't stop thinking about the ornate Italian architecture and where that might be somewhere off the edge of an island. I was so fascinated with the details of the building...sorry that I took a different focus...Thanks! Ana

lgregg7 I've seen nothing but mediocre to bad reviews for The Mermaid Chair. Frankly, I think it was a very good book and chick flick. The music was lovely; the scenery was enchanting; the actors were entertaining. The plot is, indeed, a fantasy. But it is consistently the root of all the characters built around it. The characters compliment the story in a very beautiful manner. Frankly, it's one of the few movies that stem from bestseller novels that I've enjoyed. As far as reality is concerned -- come on, folks...it's a s.t.o.r.y!! One of the most inviting things about movies and novels is the chance to escape from a world that is far too realistic. Viewers, please take time to view this wonderful movie. You won''t be sorry.