journal entry on movie

When I think about how technology has changed our society and culture, I don’t have to go back that far to illustrate that point clearly. One of my favorite movies of all time has always been, “Sleepless in Seattle.” We are taken on a journey with Annie and Sam and how they eventually found love cross country thanks to Jonah, Sam’s son, via a radio talk show.
Although, Annie and Sam might have never met, they actually connected by accident because of Jonah and his determination to get them together. If there had been texting or Facebook during that time, I am sure Jonah would not have had to fly by himself to New York to meet Annie.
Obviously, this took place during a time when the radio talk shows were popular and a way for strangers to meet. Today, with cell phones, texting, and the internet, Annie and Sam would have had the opportunity to connect almost immediately. This can certainly save time and money when looking for love.
If today’s technology was available back in 1993, and used in “Sleepless,” it most probably would have taken away much of the charm of this great movie. The movie would not have been the same if Annie did not talk on a telephone with a cord while hiding in a closet. There was a certain kind of innocence back then that was compelling and very attractive to me.
I am amazed at how fast things have changed in my lifetime with regard to social networking and its advantages to help make the country smaller when trying to meet new people. Although I am aware that we will never return to simpler times, I feel very fortunate that I will always be able to speak with friends and family regardless of their location instantly. I could never imagine living any other way.