DVD | Just Like Heaven

Rating: M - Contains Sexual References.
Duration: 91 mins.
Genre : Drama.
Actors: Mark Ruffalo, Reese Witherspoon, Rosalind Chao, Jon Heder.
Release Date: Available now.

Just Like Heaven is a darling of a romantic comedy. It starts off focussing on Elizabeth (Reese Witherspoon) a Doctor who’s just been given a permanent post at the Hospital where she works. On the way to her sister’s place for a blind date, she is involved in a head on smash with a large truck.

Cut to David (Mark Ruffalo) still brooding over the death of his wife some time ago, and looking for a fresh start and a new apartment. It seems like fate has a particular apartment in mind. Shortly after moving in, David meets Elizabeth, in his new apartment, and she is quite adamant that it is her apartment. Trouble is she can’t seem to get a hold of anything – it’s like she’s not really there.

And that’s because she’s not!

The Elizabeth that only David can see and hear is actually Elizabeth’s wandering spirit. You see, Elizabeth is in a coma after the accident, and her spirit needs to set a few things right, so she enlists David’s help.

This is a warmly funny romantic comedy with plenty of laughs, and enough warm fuzzies to keep you smiling – and rooting for the two to get together, on a more permanent basis.

As with most romantic movies, Just Like Heaven doesn’t move at a blistering pace, it’s more of a relaxed journey. Visually there’s nothing out of the ordinary – but that too suits the genre.

If you’re looking for a great night in with your significant other and a light romantic comedy, Just Like heaven is for you.

Food for thought
Do you believe in true love? What about the possibility that there is just one person in the world, perfect for you?