Nicholas Sparks is the master of storytelling. Sparks has mastered the art of preparing a concoction of feelings, words which depict a picturesque scene to captivate a reader thus taking a reader into a joyful universe of literature.
Sparks debuted with his novel “The Notebook” in 1933 which was later made into a Hollywood movie claiming huge success and positive review from critics. So from that time being Hollywood has being quite attentive in transforming Sparks commendable literary pieces into stupefying cinematic experiences.
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Here is the list of movies based on Nicholas Sparks work providing you a base to project your emotions:
1. The Longest Ride (2015)
Director: George Tillman Jr.
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Cast: Jack Huston, Alan Alda, Oona Chaplin, Britt Robertson, Scott Eastwood
The movie centers Luke, a former champion bull rider and Sophia, a college student. There is a clash of opinions between them leading to a cross love affair sprouting between them. Accidentally they come across a man named Ira who cherishes the moments of romance with his wife who is dead now which inspires the young couple.
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2. Message in a Bottle (1998)
Director: Luis Mandoki
Cast: John Savage, Jesse James, Kevin Costner, Robbie Coltrane, Paul Newman, Robin Wright, Illeana Douglas
A woman comes across a mysterious bottle washed ashore. The bottle contains a letter written by a widowed shipbuilder whose wife died tragically earlier. A mutual attraction blossoms between the man and women. In a pursuit of finding love and happiness, the man struggles to make peace with his past so that he can move on his life.
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3. The Notebook (2004)
Director: Nick Cassavetes
Cast: Ryan Gosling, James Marsden, Sam Shepard, Joan Allen, Gena Rowlands, Kevin Connolly, Michael D. Fuller, Rachel McAdams
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A woman suffering from senile dementia suffering from memory loss is at a nursing home. Duke reads the story of a poor young man who falls in love with a rich young girl to the women. The man is passionate s about his love but eventually gets separated from the girl because of their social differences.
4. The Lucky One (2012)
Director: Scott Hicks
Cast: Blythe Danner, Zac Efron, Taylor Schilling, Riley Thomas Stewart, Jay R. Ferguson
The movie centers Logan who serves as a marine in Iraq. In Iraq he founds the photo of a girl with “keep safe” written on the back. When Logan returns to the States, he tracks down the girl with the help of the photo by analysing certain details.
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5. Dear John (2010)
Director: Lasse Hallstrom
Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Richard Jenkins, Channing Tatum
The movie is a romantic drama revolving around John who is a soldier in US Army special operations in South Carolina. When comes home for leave, he falls in love with conservative college student Savannah. Everything goes smooth between them until 9/11 happens and John is called back on duty.
6. Safe Haven (2013)
Director: Lasse Hallstrom
Cast: David Lyons, Cobie Smulders, Julianne Hough, Josh Duhamel
The suspicious arrival of Katie at small North Carolina town of Southport raises questions about her past. A series of events leads to the development of an intense relation between Katie and Alex who is a widowed store owner and has two young children. In parallel Katie also develops a relation with her subtle neighbour Jo. In the end Katie realises she has to make a choice between the two.
7. Nights in Rodanthe (2008)
Director: George C. Wolfe
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Cast: Viola Davis, Richard Gere, Christopher Meloni, Mae Whitman, James Franco, Diana Lane
Adrienne Willis life has turned chaotic. She moves to the tiny coastal town Rodanthe to stay at a friend’s Inn for the weekend. On arrival at Rodanthe, Adrienne comes to know that a major storm has been forecasted. Another guest Dr. Paul Flanner arrives at the inn. Only two of them are present at the inn. Both of them turn towards each other for solace and in one magical weekend the couple develops a life changing romance between them.
8. The Best of Me (2014)
Director: Adam Shankman
Cast: Liana Liberato, James Marsden, Michelle Monaghan, Luke Bracey
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Teenagers Amanda and Dawson develop a love affair but gradually part ways due to their social differences. After 20 years they meet again through a mutual friend. Amanda is surviving a unhappy marriage but still holds feelings for Dawson but is doubtful on making a choice as she still can’t forgive Dawson for pushing her away.
9. The Last Song (2010)
Director: Julie Annie Robinson
Cast: Miley Cyrus, Kiam Hemsworth, Kelly Preston, Greg Kinnear
The movie features Ronnie, a young living with her mother and is on a summer stay at her father’s residence. She has no intentions to sort out things with her father so she keeps on passing her days. Ronnie meets Will who helps her in discovering her love for music which she shares with her with her father.
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10. A Walk to Remember (2002)
Director: Adam Shankman
Cast: Peter Coyote, Mandy Moore, Shane West, Peter Coyote
A prank on a student goes wrong in North Carolina forcing the student to join a clinic in London. Landon a famous student is found responsible for the prank. He is forced to join the after school community services. Landon takes the service seriously and asks Jamie, a volunteer to help him. Eventually they start liking each other but a heart breaking revelation puts their relationship to test.
