The Longest Ride

"The Longest Ride" revolves around two parallel love stories that intertwine across time, bringing together two couples whose lives are connected by fate.

In the present day, we follow the life of Sophia, a college student who meets a bull rider named Luke at a rodeo event. Though the two come from different worlds, they are soon drawn to each other; unfortunately, their blossoming romance faces challenges as they struggle to balance their dreams and aspirations.

At the same time, the film takes us back in time to the 1940s to follow the life of Ira Levinson, an elderly man who is involved in a car accident. As he reminisces about his past, we are introduced to his love story with Ruth, a young woman he fell deeply in love with during World War II. Their story unfolds against the backdrop of war and the challenges of a long-lasting relationship. As Sophia and Luke from the modern days discover a box of letters detailing Ira and Ruth's love story, they find themselves reflecting on their own relationship and the sacrifices required to make love endure.

At its core, the movie encourages reflection on the complexity of relationships and the profound effect they can have on shaping one's life. By presenting both the youthful passion of Sophia and Luke and the wisdom and nostalgia of Ira's recollections, "The Longest Ride" evokes a sense of timelessness, underscoring the time-honored values of love and devotion that are as relevant today as they were decades ago.

Release: 2015

Stars: Scott Eastwood, Britt Robertson, Alan Alda

IMDB Score: 7/10