The Love Letter movie poster

The Love Letter

"Comedy that pushes the envelope"

May 21, 1999 1h 28m 5.1/10 (70 votes)

Originally released in 1999. The Love Letter is a comedy/romance film. directed by Peter Chan Ho-Sun. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Kate Capshaw, Blythe Danner, and Ellen DeGeneres

Synopsis

In the sleepy New England town of Loblolly By The Sea, a letter has arrived that is going to wake things up. It is a love letter - ardent, sensual... and unsigned. As the letter falls into different hands, residents of the small town to eye one another with renewed interest - wondering who it's for and who it's from. Determined to find the letter's author, Helen MacFarquhar begins a quest that will open her life to a new chapter involving two decidedly different men: George, an old friend from her past, and Johnny, a young man very much in her present. Unexpectedly, one mysterious love note has the power to unlock some startling secrets, leaving a trail of wonderful surprises as it turns an entire town upside down.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 21, 1999 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
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User Rating 5.1/10 Mixed (70 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • DreamWorks Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Love Letter about?

In the sleepy New England town of Loblolly By The Sea, a letter has arrived that is going to wake things up. It is a love letter - ardent, sensual... and unsigned. As the letter falls into differen...

Who directed The Love Letter?

The Love Letter was directed by Peter Chan Ho-Sun.

How long is The Love Letter?

The Love Letter has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was The Love Letter released?

The Love Letter was released on May 21, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Love Letter?

The main cast of The Love Letter includes Kate Capshaw, Blythe Danner, Ellen DeGeneres, Geraldine McEwan, Julianne Nicholson.