The Last Song Starring Miley Cyrus

The Last Song is more than a tween romance. It is a coming of age story. It's a story about accepting what cannot be changed, of forgiveness, of self-sacrifice, and yes, love.

First, we have Ronnie, the bitter, pouty, pissy teenage girl who has yet to forgive her parents for the break-up of their family. Then we have Ronnie's brother, an adorable, charming young man with a heart of gold who isn't afraid to tell it like it is. Next, we have Will, the son of a well-to-do family who is struggling to deal with the death of his brother and the broken family that was left behind. Finally, we have Ronnie's father, who was diagnosed with cancer and a death sentence.

Throughout the film, Ronnie jumps back and forth from being a sweet, loveable teenager to being an angry, self-absorbed brat. Throughout the entire film she struggles to get a handle on her emotions but when it matters most, she's there, ready and willing to lend a hand, willing to sacrifice whatever it takes to make things right.

I have to admit that I am not a big fan of Miley Cyrus, the actress. Though she tries, bless her heart, to show a wide range of emotions—something always seems to be lacking; there's still much development needed.

That being said, I cannot help but watch the films she's in because as much as I dislike her acting, I love the plots to the movies she chooses to act in. And so, I hold out hope that with each movie, her acting will improve.



As for The Last Song, the film, I think it's an endearing love story for tweens with just enough heart to get them thinking but not so much depth that it leaves them confused and dazed—or hurting.

For adults, however, the storyline is lacking; so many of the important details that made the book a success and gave the storyline true heart and soul were left out. Unlike The Notebook, where the audience gets the back story and grows to love the characters, we are left with a film that moves at a rather fast pace and jumps from one point to the next without building a connection with the audience.

And yet, I cannot help but recommend The Last Song because it has a strong message—a message that allows parents to open up the doors of communication with their own children; a message that reminds us that love isn't perfect but it's so worth it!

The Last Song (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo)

Disclosure: I was given a sample to review. This is "my opinion" of the product. I was not paid to give a positive review.