This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "Return to Me", the heartfelt romantic comedy starring David Duchovny and Minnie Driver.

Mike Field has long had a soft spot for this one, while Mike Butler watched it for the first time. Both thoroughly enjoy the film. Even though it opens with the sudden death of Duchovny’s wife and the emotional setup of a heart transplant, the movie manages to stay surprisingly upbeat, cheerful, and warm throughout.

The ensemble cast is a huge part of what makes it work. Jim Belushi and Bonnie Hunt shine as Minnie Driver’s sister and brother-in-law, bringing humor and heart to nearly every scene they are in. Robert Loggia and Carroll O’Connor also add a comforting, lived-in charm that elevates the entire film. The movie captures that late 90s and early 2000s romantic comedy magic in the best way.

Sweet, sincere, and genuinely charming, "Return to Me" is the kind of rom-com that reminds you why the genre used to feel so effortless and heartfelt.

What's your favorite late 90's early 00's romcom? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:30 - Film Facts

11:06 - Film Discussion

28:11 - Reviews

32:00 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

35:55 - Why Is This Forgotten?

39:08 - Plugs

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