Rating: 8.5 stars.
Quote: “Why do I fall in love with every woman I see who shows me the least bit of attention?”
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is a 2004 romance, directed by Michel Gondry.
Eternal Sunshine goes where other romance films haven’t been brave enough to venture before. It not only explores the budding relationship of two people, but also incorporates aspects of science fiction and a psychological thriller, to bring together an enthralling story.
The comedy-drama delves into the relationship between Joel (Jim Carey) and Clementine (Kate Winslet), an estranged couple who both have their memories erased. The nonlinear timeline shows them trying to find each other’s mindsets to fall in love again and to remember each other.
With impeccable acting on both parts, Jim Carey here takes a turn from his usual goofy self to a more grounded and serious performance, which is complimented by Winslet, also out of her comfort zone here playing aw wild young woman in search for love.
From flicking between current day and dream like events the film takes the viewer on a journey through both character’s relationships and minds, in search of their lost love.
Weird and wonderful, a true depiction of a modern day budding relationship, and a romantic adventure like no other. 
Did you know?
During the train scene, it was not planned for Winslet to punch Carey, his reaction is of genuine shock.
Thoughts:
Megan Thompson, aged 21 from Manchester:
“I love this film cause it is different to a lot of other romance films. It does confuse me a lot though.”
Anna West, aged 21 from Leicester:
“I like it. I really wasn’t sure about Jim Carey at the start but as the film goes on he really grows on me as an actor.”
Writer’s thoughts:
Eternal Sunshine sets itself apart from a lot of other romance films by incorporating more dynamic issues. It focusses on all stages of relationships in a true light but also adds in themes related to psychological thrillers. It does confuse a lot of viewers though.
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