Review on the Movie!

Post by Sydney

If you are one of those people who wants to see the movie before they read the book, Safe Haven is definitely a good choice for you. This captivating movie is very similar to the book that I read with Anna about Katie who runs away from her abusive husband Kevin. She migrates to Southport, North Carolina by bus and finds a small shack for sale. Jo, Katie's future friend, moves in next door, and the two get to know each other. The movie also shows Katie finding a job at the town's most popular restaurant, Ivan's. Just down the road is the general store that Alex owns. Katie visits the store to see both him and his children to look for things to improve her weary house. The two of them develop an instant connection. Alex and Katie go out on a few dates, feeling a strong chemistry since they have so much in common. However, the movie has many changes of perspective as it shows a determined Kevin who is trying to find his wife. He even puts up a sign claiming Katie is wanted for murder. Finally after weeks of investigation, Kevin finally locates Katie and drives down to North Carolina  to force her back home. Meanwhile, Katie and Alex go to a fair on the Fourth of July with the kids and Alex asks Katie if she could watch his daughter Lexi while he sets off the fireworks. He would only be down the street.While Katie is at home that evening, she opens the door to a surprise guest: Kevin. He is delirious, telling Katie that he is more than sorry for what he did to her. Unable to forgive him, Katie tells him to leave, but he sets fire to the store. Luckily, Katie safely evacuates Lexi and sends her off to the house before Kevin attacks Katie. The two wrestle around, Kevin with a gun in hand, when Alex finally comes to the rescue. Right when he is approaching the brawl, he hears a gun shot. Gasping in horror, Alex runs to them, just as Katie rolls over, relieved. The day after is spent going through things that belong to Alex's family. Some of the remnants include letters that Alex's old wife had written to his children such as, On her Graduation Day, or When he Gets Married. One of the most special letters is entitled, For Her. This letter is meant to be given to the one woman who Alex believes is the one for him. Realizing he has finally met his match, Alex gives it to Katie. She reads this heartfelt letter, almost in tears when she gets to the end. Attached with a paperclip is a picture of Alex's old wife with her kids. If you decide to see the movie, the ending will really surprise you.
In my opinion, this was one of the best movies I have ever seen. It taught an immediate theme, and I found myself drawn in to every moment. If you loved the book, you are also going to love the movie!