Love Story (1970) movie poster

Love Story (1970)

"Love means never having to say you’re sorry."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 72%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 74% (RT: 63%, MC: 84) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
RomanceDrama

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Director
Arthur Hiller
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (728 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
63%
Metacritic
84
Cast
Ali MacGraw as Jennifer Cavilleri
Ryan O'Neal as Oliver Barrett IV
John Marley as Phil Cavilleri
Ray Milland as Oliver Barrett III
Russell Nype as Dean Thompson
Tommy Lee Jones as Hank - Oliver's Roommate
Sydney Walker as Dr. Shapeley
Robert Modica as Dr. Addison
Most people think so. 72% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 728 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 74%.
Overview
Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV and music student Jennifer Cavilleri share a chemistry they cannot deny - and a love they cannot ignore. Despite their opposite backgrounds, the young couple put their hearts on the line for each other. When they marry, Oliver's wealthy father threatens to disown him. Jenny tries to reconcile the Barrett men, but to no avail. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Arthur Hiller cited several classic romance films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Ali MacGraw spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The iconic poster for Love Story was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Love Story is a 1970 romance, drama film directed by Arthur Hiller. Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV and music student Jennifer Cavilleri share a chemistry they cannot deny - and a love they cannot ignore. Despite their opposite backgrounds, the young couple put their hearts on the line for each other.

When they marry, Oliver's wealthy father threatens to disown him. Jenny tries to reconcile the Barrett men, but to no avail. The film has been rated by 728 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a romance film, Love Story delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Love Story (1970) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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