I confess that I did not know about this film, "Sweet November" released in 1968. It was Turner Classic Movies that introduced me to it. I was only aware of the remake with Keanu Reeves and Charlize Theron. However, this film, with Sandy Dennis and Anthony Newley, is far superior. The plot, as mentioned by others, is rather implausible: quirky woman Sarah (Dennis) has a different man living with her every month. For November, she chooses Charlie (Newley). He moves in with her with the agreement it will be for November only. The result is wonderful: her free spirit works on his uptight one, and this unexpected match seems to click. Sarah teaches Charlie to fulfill his dream of writing poetry and being a dreamer, and he teaches her to fall in love. I won't give away the very touching ending or why it is that Sarah has a different man every month and doesn't want to get emotionally involved. What really surprised me is how much I liked this film. The acting of the two main characters are what makes this odd little movie work. Some folks did not care for Sandy Dennis' somewhat neurotic acting style, but it works quite well for her character in this film. I was not aware much of Anthony Newley at all, but he is great here: charming and handsome, and yes, also somewhat neurotic. The film also shows us New York City, circa 1968, and Sarah's apartment is great and quirky, just like her. We lost both Sandy Dennis and Anthony Newley much too young!
Review of Sweet November
