![]() “He got the notion into his head that if he restored the old house that they’d been in that night, Allie would find a way to come back to him.” And although he moves on after that year, when he sees proof that she’s moved on as well he recommits himself to “getting her back”–again, all without any signal that his over-the-top attention is at all welcome. He obsessively writes to her after their breakup even though he never receives any sign back that she’s interested in continuing communication. Noah is hard-headed and pushy, and Allie matches his energy by resorting to violence This dynamic continues throughout the film. And when she makes it clear that she’s not interested, he threatens to throw himself off a Ferris wheel if she doesn’t agree to go on a date with him. Noah first meets Allie while she’s spending time with someone else Instead of respecting her choices, he inserts himself into their space and tries to hijack their date. But watching Allie and Noah flirt might make you think otherwise. Toxic Takeaway Number 1 – Pressuring your partner is romantic.Ĭan “no” ever mean “maybe”? Absolutely not. Here’s our take on the mixed messages of The Notebook, and what’s still to love and admire about this volatile couple. They’re honest and vulnerable with one another, and love their partner for who they are despite what other people may think. Their love story transcends class and disability. So, what made The Notebook the romance movie of the early 2000s, and how much of it holds up? The story of these star-crossed lovers does still offer some meaningful messages. Because of these toxic takeaways, some modern critics have written the film off entirely. Despite the story taking place in the American South, Black characters are never anything more than extras, and the story at times erases slavery while romanticizing the Old South. As irresistible and fated as Noah and Allie’s love feels, Noah can be manipulative and obsessive, and Allie repeatedly slaps and shoves Noah. But if you look closer, this rom-dram sends some very mixed messages. Romance movies like The Notebook set some of our grandest expectations for what a relationship should be like. But the story of these star-crossed lovers does still offer some meaningful messages. Because of the film’s more toxic takeaways, some modern critics have written the film off entirely.
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