The Lake House
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: June 16, 2006
7.9
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beingryanjudeAug 24, 2014
The concept is here. It's actually quite clever in parts. But there is something about Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves that didn't seem to click for me.
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DanielK.Oct 1, 2006
The Lake House is a unique idea to American cinema. From a monetary standpoint it attempts to attract both sides of the moviegoers, by blending the supernatural with the romantic. Nevertheless, what we have here is a transparent plot with The Lake House is a unique idea to American cinema. From a monetary standpoint it attempts to attract both sides of the moviegoers, by blending the supernatural with the romantic. Nevertheless, what we have here is a transparent plot with every so-called twist preceded by enough clues to tell you what would happen not only in this film, but subsequent sequels. Bullock delivers, but Reeves continues to fail to engage the audience as a true leading man. It is good that they are rarely seen in the same frame. The director makes several attempts to incorporate the supernatural elements while maintaining the love story, but instead rams them together into a sometimes-unrecognizable wreck. Though I do give him chops for using such mixed-frame shots (ala Annie Hall) to make Bullock… Expand
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crOct 14, 2006
My head hurts from trying to figure out what the hell the is going on. I would have been easier trying to understand nuclear science.
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ChadS.Jun 22, 2006
"The Lake House" is more chick-flick than sci-fi, which is to say this film feels like it was based on Nicholas Sparks' stab at speculative fiction. You'll be rolling your eyes at some of Keanu Reeves' purple-prosed "The Lake House" is more chick-flick than sci-fi, which is to say this film feels like it was based on Nicholas Sparks' stab at speculative fiction. You'll be rolling your eyes at some of Keanu Reeves' purple-prosed voiceovers. It's not him, it's what's coming out of his mouth. As for Bullock, this material isn't serious enough to bust out her post-"Crash" acting chops. She should've slummed as America's sweeheart one last time before she hangs those reliable dimples up. Her character isn't complex, just glum. And did anybody stop to consider that a mailbox isn't visually exciting? And what about the dog? Is he Kate's soulmate? "Fluke", anybody? That's one smart canine.… Expand
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CraigA.Jul 3, 2006
Not as good as the trailer makes out. Enjoyed looking at Sandra Bullock for ninety minutes though. Keanu begins his post-Matrix descent into Kevin Costner-ville.
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JakeB.Aug 9, 2006
To quote Maxwell Smart: "Missed it by that much." 'The Lake House' represents the newest entry into the category of films that show promise but ultimately let you down in the climax and far too many of the romantic scenes. The plot To quote Maxwell Smart: "Missed it by that much." 'The Lake House' represents the newest entry into the category of films that show promise but ultimately let you down in the climax and far too many of the romantic scenes. The plot in simplistic terms is this: A doctor (Bullock) living in 2006, manages to correspond and fall in love with, an architect (Reeves), by virtue of a magical mail box. None to promising, I know but the script nearly makes it work! Nearly. The problem is that there is always something to slow the momentum of the film. To drag it into the mud. That is not to say there aren't high points, I liked the supporting work from Plummer as Reeves' conceited father and Aghdashloo as Bullock's mentor. Sadly, they are slightly underdeveloped. Plus there's is one scene that I absolutely adored involving a McCartney song entitled: "This Never Happened Before". In the end 'The Lake House' congers up one thought on it being a truly successful film, "Missed it by that much." Overall: a high C+ (5.5 out of 10) P.S. This film also shows how Keanu Reeves is developing as an actor. He's not quite good but he's getting there.… Expand
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HerryB.Jun 17, 2006
This is quite a disappointing remake--- much of the essence and charm of the original Korean movie ("Il Mare") is lost!
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RobB.Jun 19, 2006
The combined IQ of the stars of this movie is equivalent to my rating. And I actually like Reeves. Can't say the same about Bullock. How has she managed such a long career?
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FilipeNetoJul 23, 2018
There are many movies about impossible loves but the reasons for the impossibility can vary. One of the rarest is used in this film: each element of the couple lives in a different temporal reality, despite both are living in the same place.There are many movies about impossible loves but the reasons for the impossibility can vary. One of the rarest is used in this film: each element of the couple lives in a different temporal reality, despite both are living in the same place. Its a challenging resource, which can easily fall in the danger of becoming implausible. Unfortunately, this has indeed happened here. If we start thinking hard about the movie, the magic of love disappears and we see clearly the fragility of the premises on which the whole story is based. Its really far-fetched.

The strong point of the film is the excellent chemistry of the two main actors, Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. They are both very strong in romantic roles, and the way their characters value letters as form of contact brings a note of nostalgic romanticism that is very elegant. Its their performance, ultimately, that makes the film something we want to see again, because everything else is painful.… Expand
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