You either get disappointed with classics or understand why they are classics. Unfortunately, Sleepless in Seattle was more of the former than latter. I noticed that I have a bit of difficult time with movies that depict characters falling in love at first sight because that type of love is something that I have not observed or experienced much in my own life. That is the reason why "Suzume" also didn't work for me and also why "When Harry Met Sally" worked for me.
While "Sleepless in Seattle" in my opinion is based on a very unrealistic premise, there were still good moments. Overall soundtrack worked very well and the performances of the two leads worked well. I honestly think anybody other than Meg Ryan could not have pulled off the role. I would almost go as far as saying she is 70% of the plot. I would fall in love with Meg Ryan at first sight. The idea of a rom-com where the two leads don't actually meet for most of the movie is fresh and the tension resulting in that separation is also what it makes it more bearable than I make it out to be. The moment they meet does provide some catharsis and is quite iconic.
In the end, I still have trouble letting go of my logical side when I watch these movies and am unable to be more willing to suspend my disbelief. Annie is just a neurotic stalker who decided to fall in love with a stranger and who does not fall in love with Meg Ryan? Even his son had to be his wingman for them to work out. It really is a sweet movie but it's way too romanticized for it to be my cup of tea. I'd gladly recommend "When Harry Met Sally" over "Sleepless in Seattle".
While "Sleepless in Seattle" in my opinion is based on a very unrealistic premise, there were still good moments. Overall soundtrack worked very well and the performances of the two leads worked well. I honestly think anybody other than Meg Ryan could not have pulled off the role. I would almost go as far as saying she is 70% of the plot. I would fall in love with Meg Ryan at first sight. The idea of a rom-com where the two leads don't actually meet for most of the movie is fresh and the tension resulting in that separation is also what it makes it more bearable than I make it out to be. The moment they meet does provide some catharsis and is quite iconic.
In the end, I still have trouble letting go of my logical side when I watch these movies and am unable to be more willing to suspend my disbelief. Annie is just a neurotic stalker who decided to fall in love with a stranger and who does not fall in love with Meg Ryan? Even his son had to be his wingman for them to work out. It really is a sweet movie but it's way too romanticized for it to be my cup of tea. I'd gladly recommend "When Harry Met Sally" over "Sleepless in Seattle".