When Harry Met Sally is hailed as the quintessential romantic comedy, encapsulating nostalgia and warmth that resonates with audiences. The film invokes personal connections through childhood memories, where old VHS tapes and Sunday evenings created a comfort routine for the author. Despite its lack of originality, the film's aesthetic charm—from Central Park's golden leaves to Meg Ryan's iconic style—provides a joyous escape. The author's fond recollections shed light on why this classic continues to captivate viewers, highlighting the deeper emotional narratives tied to beloved films.
I remember the colours on the box were dull and faded. But as soon as the stylish opening credits started, with the jazzy piano rendition of It Had to Be You playing over them, I was hooked.
Calling When Harry Met Sally a perfect comfort film is like calling pizza the perfect comfort food. It's hardly discerning or original. But as with all comforts, it's never simply about the thing itself.
There's always a story, some personal reason why that particular work of art compels you to return to it time and time again.
My relationship to When Harry Met Sally started when I was 11. I dreaded Monday mornings... the anticipation of that feeling would fill Sunday evenings with dread.
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