10 Reasons to Love Nicholas Sparks Movie Adaptations
Romance novelist Nicholas Sparks is at it again. Hollywood is set to release another film adaptation of one of his novels, "The Longest Ride," in April. This comes just six months after the release of "The Best of Me," another movie based on his work. If you're not a fan of Nicholas Sparks yet, then we're going to give you 10 reasons to become one and fall in love with his adaptations.
1. He wrote "The Notebook."
Does anything else really need to be said? He wrote one of the greatest love stories of all time. I think that's a good enough reason to love his adaptations. If that's not convincing, then keep reading.
2. Sparks immerses you in the story.
He always makes the audience feel so involved in the story that it's almost as if you're friends with the characters. While watching the films, you might catch yourself yelling at the screen, encouraging characters to follow their heart -- or just let it go. You also just automatically feel like you're a part of the world he has created.
3. The films always have the best looking cast.
Channing Tatum, Mandy Moore, Liam Hemsworth, Amanda Seyfried, Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams -- the list goes on and on. Of course, it's not what matters on the outside but rather how well they can tell the story. But having a little eye candy to look at during a film never hurt anyone!
4. The adaptations are for all ages.
All of his film adaptations are based on love; love at first sight, young love, old love, or regretful love. Whether viewers are 16 or 60, many people have dealt with love and even heartbreak, so the films are easy to relate to.
5. His love stories are reality.
On his website, Sparks wrote, "tragedy is part of everyone's life." He was referring to love as being tragic sometimes and he explained that without tragedy, there is no great love. He realizes that not every love story ends like a fairy tale and, because of that, the adaptations show nothing but the truth.
6. Each film takes you on an emotional journey.
At one point you're laughing, the next you're crying, and twenty minutes later, you're laughing and crying at the same time. You truly are taken on an adventure with the characters Sparks has created.
7. He reminds you that falling in love is okay.
Even though it doesn't always end like a fairy tale, Sparks's stories still show how falling in love can be an amazing adventure. He reminds the audience that sometimes you have to take that leap of faith in order to find something amazing on the other side.
8. You always learn something from the films.
All of the films have at least one lesson to take away. It could be to not wait when it comes to love because you never know what's going to happen. Or it could be the lesson of choosing to let the love of your life go because you think it's the right thing to do.
9. He's a professional.
Sparks has written more than 15 novels and 11 of them have been adapted into films. He is also in the process of writing two more novels. Just by the numbers, it seems like he would qualify as a pro.
10. He never disappoints.
Sparks is so original with all of his love stories. Sometimes the couple ends up together and other times, they don't, but it doesn't matter because his plot lines are so good. He brings you into the characters' world and takes you on a journey that will make you want to find that special someone and fall in love.
Vanessa Gomez is a student at the University of Southern California and a contributor to Moviefone's Campus Beat. Are you a current college student with a love for all things movies and TV? Contribute to Campus Beat!