Sparks’ formula strikes again

When the trailers and overpriced nachos are the best part, it’s safe to say that the movie won’t be in the running for an Oscar. For “Dear John,” a Razzie is the most realistic goal.

Based on the book by Nicholas Sparks, “Dear John” tells the story of Savannah (Amanda Seyfried) and a solider named John (Channing Tatum) who fall in love in just two weeks. It explores the obstacles of their relationship as John is re-deployed in the war while Savannah attempts to achieve her dreams back home.

The second half of the movie seems completely disconnected from the characters and relationships developed in the first half, almost as if a new set of writers finished the script.

The end didn’t reveal a logical explanation for the bizarre events in the second half. It was the rotten cherry on top of the melted sundae, made no sense and left the audience hanging.

Surprisingly, Seyfried and Tatum have spectacular chemistry, and it’s evident that Tatum has polished his acting skills since “Step Up.” However, the compelling leads don’t compensate for such an abominable script.