Every Valentine's Day for the past 65 years, Caroline sits in the train station where she last saw her husband, who was a World War II pilot that went missing during the war. A journalist catches wind of this story and with the help of the woman's grandson, she finds love and the truth of what happened to Caroline's husband.
Plot and Other Info!
"During World War II, Navy Lt. Neil Thomas bids Caroline, his pregnant young wife, farewell at Union Station. Before their son is born, Neil’s plane goes down in the Pacific and he’s declared missing in action. Caroline is devastated. But love never dies, and for the next 65 years Caroline (Betty White) returns to Union Station on the anniversary of her loss, to salute the memory of her handsome and brave husband. Eventually, a TV journalist (Jennifer Love Hewitt) learns of the touching story and sets out to investigate just what happened to Neil 65 years earlier. Neil and Caroline’s grandson encourages his initially-reluctant grandmother to cooperate; eventually the reporter and the young man fall in love themselves. Viewers will embrace both Betty White in a dramatic role that celebrates lost love, and Jennifer Love Hewitt in a part that celebrates found love. The Lost Valentine is based on the novel by James Michael Pratt."
Released in 2011, The Lost Valentine cast includes Betty White, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Sean Farris. The movie was filmed in and around Atlanta, Georgia.
Is The Lost Valentine movie a true story?
The Lost Valentine movie was based on a novel called, "The Last Valentine" by James Michael Pratt, which was inspired by true events.
My Thoughts
I absolutely loved "The Lost Valentine"! I found it to be a romantic and heartwarming tear jerker that was filled with hope and love.
The storyline was intriguing with a just enough twists and turns to be believable. Just be sure to keep a box of tissues close by!
The film alternates between present day and the past seamlessly.
I thoroughly enjoyed the flashbacks of Caroline and Henry falling in love and showing their first year of marriage. The music, the wardrobe, the actors...it was just perfect.
In the present, we watch Susan, the reporter who is giving the interview, and Lucas, who is Caroline's grandson slowly start to fall in love.
I found the chemistry between Susan, played by Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Lucas, played by Sean Farris, to be off the charts! They're both believable and give excellent performances.
While the entire cast was amazing, Betty White was the real stand out for me. I feel like the last 10 minutes are where she truly shines.
Most memorable lines
"I don't believe in meantime, life happens in real time."
"I remember so many things, but for the life of me I can't remember a time when I wasn't in love with you."
"My husband's coming home today."
Final Rating
This is what I wish all Hallmark movies were like! It had a stellar cast, an amazing story, and had me on an emotional roller coaster from start to finish. This is a movie worth watching!
"The Lost Valentine" is currently streaming on Hallmark Movies Now and I highly recommend giving it a watch!
On a scale of 1 to 5, I give it a 5!
What did you think of "The Lost Valentine"? Let me know in the comments below!
Looking for more romantic movies? Be sure to check out my Valentine's Hallmark Movies for a round up of all your favorite love day movies in one place!
Tina
Such a beautiful, sweet movie. I loved every moment of it.