20 years since their last screen appearance together, ER’s beloved Eriq La Salle and Gloria Reuben are reuniting to bring us Hallmark’s A Second Chance at Love. What we are promised is a heartwarming romantic film that explores the love of two people who have already taken a shot at their happily ever after and missed the mark completely.
As a daughter tries to put her parents’ hearts back on the line while struggling to keep up with her own marriage. The story explores the complexities of love and loss. Both La Salle and Reuben have expressed their delight at working with each other once again, with the Hallmark banner bringing their project to life.
So should we watch A Second Chance At Love or skip it?
What is the Story About?
A Second Chance At Love is a family drama, a tale of hearts once wounded; And a daughter’s attempt to help her parents find love again. Alicia is married to Arnold and it would seem that their relationship is absolutely perfect. In truth; however, their marriage is crumbling.
Arnold wants to extend their family, while Alicia is hesitant. As their love begins to fall apart, Alicia who calls herself a ‘love-doctor’, sets herself the task of reuniting her estranged parents by setting them up on a dating app. The film will look into Alicia’s marriage, her fears about family, and her struggle to overcome the missing part of their marriage.
Who Are the Actors?
Gloria Reuben and Eriq La Salle of ER fame, play divorced partners Brenda and Jack. They are parents to Alicia, played by Alvina August. Jarod Joseph plays the role of Alicia’s husband, Arnold.
Where Can We Watch the Film?
A Second Chance At Love premieres on the 26th of March at 8 p.m. EST, which would be 5:30 a.m. ISt, on Hallmark Channel.
Stream It or Skip It?
From all that we have gathered about the film, A Second Chance At Love seems to promise us all the feels to beat our weekday blues. The premise is as sweet as it is heart-wrenching. The themes of lost love and the struggles of maintaining a relationship are relatable to audiences of every generation.
Hallmark movies are known for aiming straight at the heart and bringing to life the sweetest of emotions the heart can feel. This film should prove no different with its quirky but heartwarming storyline and the underlying note of familial complexities.
As we move into summer, this film feels like the perfect watch over a girls’ night or a Sunday Family Lunch. Maybe even a date night film for couples old and new or a fun watch with friends after a hard week at work. La Salle and Reuben’s presence makes it even better. This film will explore a dynamic we have never seen before. Old love and love, divorce, failing relationships, and a family that must be there for each other through all of this what’s not to like?
Our verdict: Stream A Second Chance at Love, watch it with your dear ones. Rediscover the little moments of love and adoration that you’d forgotten all about!
