What a joy to see Myrna Loy and Henry Fonda together. The story is touching, and for a TV movie of the time it holds up. Collins and Crouse are appealing, although it is hard to imagine that they are actually younger versions of Fonda and Loy. As soon as the movie starts it is clear that Fonda and Loy's dialogue is going to be.. How shall I put it? Precious. At times it's as if they are topping each other with one cliché after another.. utterly unbelievable, over-written dialogue, but to their credit Fonda and Loy remain engaging and lovable and dignified. I think if one watches this in the spirit of TV movies of the time (early 80's) it actually is probably better than most. Comparisons to "On Golden Pond" are likely to be made, with Fonda practically the same age, and I must confess I find "On Golden Pond" a corny guilty pleasure. Myrna Loy has an amazing beauty without trying to glamorize or look younger and she is great to watch.
Review of Summer Solstice
