Letters to Juliet

During a carefree Italian holiday, Sophie, an American writer, discovers a long forgotten letter addressed to Juliet tucked in Verona’s famous courtyard. The message asks for help in reuniting two lovers and hints at a romance that never fully faded. Curious, Sophie teams up with a witty local named Charlie to track down the people mentioned in the note. Their road trip carries them through sunlit towns, ancient streets, and charming trattorias as they piece together a decades-old romance. Along the way, Sophie crosses paths with Claire and her husband Lorenzo, whose own memories frame the letter’s message and offer lessons about choice, forgiveness, and the way love can redefine a life.

Directed by Gary Winick, Letters to Juliet was released in 2010 as a romantic drama inspired by Verona's Juliet letter tradition; the screenplay was written by Jose Rivera and Tim Sullivan.

It earned $82,148,538 worldwide against a 30 million budget, marking a healthy return for a mid-range romantic drama for the studio.

The Verona courtyard and the Juliet letters frame turned into a recognizable romance touchstone, inviting couples to believe in second chances. The film’s scenic Italy sequences helped cement the idea of seeking romance in ancient streets, a motif that lingered in romantic travel chatter.

Reviewers generally praised its sunny energy, scenic Italian backdrops, and the chemistry between Sophie and Charlie. The film foregrounds themes of love across generations, openness to new possibilities, and the way time can echo through choices made long ago, proving love can redefine a life.