Surrender

Surrender is a 1987 romantic comedy film starring Sally Field, Michael Caine, and Steve Guttenberg. It is a lighthearted look at love, marriage, and infidelity in modern-day America.

The story focuses on Daisy Morgan (Sally Field), a successful children's book author, who is married to Charles (Steve Guttenberg), a successful investment banker. Despite their seemingly perfect life, Daisy is unhappy with their lack of passion and feels unfulfilled in their marriage.

One day, Daisy meets renowned British author, and ladies' man, Sean Stein (Michael Caine), at a book signing event. They are immediately drawn to each other, and soon, Sean begins to pursue Daisy relentlessly. Despite her initial resistance, Daisy soon finds herself falling for Sean's charms and begins to question her marriage to Charles.

As Daisy's feelings for Sean grow stronger, she contemplates leaving her husband, but her decision is complicated by the fact that she has a young daughter. Meanwhile, Charles becomes suspicious of Daisy's behavior and hires a private investigator to follow her.

As the story unfolds, both Daisy and Charles are forced to confront the realities of their marriage and their true feelings for each other. Along the way, there are plenty of comedic moments, as well as touching scenes that explore the complexities of relationships and the sacrifices people make for love.

Surrender is a well-crafted romantic comedy that tackles some weighty issues with sensitivity and humor. The performances by Sally Field, Michael Caine, and Steve Guttenberg are excellent, each bringing a unique and entertaining energy to their roles.

The film is also notable for its clever use of voice-over narration by Sally Field, which adds a thoughtful and introspective layer to the story. The original score by Patrick Williams is another standout feature, with an upbeat and infectious theme song that perfectly captures the film's light-hearted tone.

Overall, Surrender is a charming and enjoyable romantic comedy that is sure to delight audiences who are looking for a fun, feel-good movie. It is a testament to the enduring appeal of the genre and the talents of its talented cast and crew.