“It’s simpler to become a victim of terrorism than to find a spouse after forty!” Perhaps that's going too far, but that feeling permeates the story as recently widowed “Sam” (Tom Hanks) relocates to Seattle with his son “Jonah” (Ross Malinger) in an attempt to rebuild his life. Still struggling with his loss, it’s up to his young son to nudge him toward meeting someone new, and so he orchestrates a late-night radio …

I didn’t find 'Sleepless in Seattle' particularly enjoyable. After seeing it, I wasn’t quite sure what to make of the movie. The way the story unfolds feels strange; the fact that the central characters in this supposed romantic comedy don’t actually have a proper meeting until near the very end seemed like an odd decision—I can understand how it might work under different circumstances, but it didn't for me. It's…

It’s undeniably well-made, practical, and stylish, though I wasn't overly fond of the writing, and it hasn't held up as gracefully over time, but it remains a charming film. This is certainly one of the most recognizable romantic comedies from the 1990s, and also one of the movies that helped to introduce Tom Hanks, demonstrating to audiences that he could be a serious actor capable of more interesting roles beyon…