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Love with the Proper Stranger

This movie is heightened by the fact that Natalie Wood and Steve McQueen are the stars. They have enough acting talent and chemistry together to make it work. The subject matter probably made this controversial in the sixties but the movie doesn't seem old in a stupid way. The supporting cast is good too - Hershel Bernardi, especially, as Natalie's overly-possessive brother.

Lovely chemistry between superstars Wood and McQueen make this Robert Mulligan a pure charmer. McQueen sheds his tough guy image to play both romance and even a little comedy as well. Oscar nominee Wood matured beautifully into the role of Angie, the girl who finds she's going to have a baby and it's McQueen's! There is a fine performance from Tom Bosley, in his first major role as a clumsy fellow who tries to win Wood's heart. The conclusion to this film is lovely and full of hope for all young lovers out there. A Must see!!!

After seeing some scenes and knowing about this movie for years, I finally saw the entirety of this movie just now on YouTube. Natalie Wood confronts Steve McQueen at a crowded scene to tell him she's pregnant. From there, we see how each one lives and hear their feelings on the matter at hand. This was quite a fine drama about what romance is and how one defines what one feels is right about how to handle such delicate situations. There's also some funny stuff involving newcomer Tom Bosley as someone who crushes on Ms. Wood but is otherwise socially awkward around her. So on that note, I highly recommend Love with the Proper Stranger.