I Will, I Will...For Now (1976)

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Les Bingham takes umbrage that his ex-wife Katie has a new love in life. What he doesn't know is that her new paramour is lawyer Lou Springer. When Katie's sister Sally arrives and tells the two about her new, hip '70s marriage contract, Les and Katie decide to try to get together again under a more liberal marriage contract, like Katie's sister. But, unfortunately for the couple, the contract is planted with the seeds of self-destruction.

Introduction
"I Will, I Will ... For Now" is a 1976 film directed by Norman Panama and starring Elliott Gould and Diane Keaton. The plot revolves around a divorced couple Les and Katie who, after a series of unsuccessful relationships, choose to give their love a second chance and return together. However, their doubts about lasting love lead them to prepare an agreement to explore their dedication, putting their rough relationship to the test.

Plot Summary
The film begins with Les Bingham (Elliott Gould) and Katie (Diane Keaton) going through hypnotherapy to recover lost feelings for each other. The hypnotherapy recommends they still have actually love buried deep within. After thinking back, they concern the awareness that they still have something worth defending, despite their previous divorce.

Les and Katie had actually married young and ultimately separated due to Les's immature habits and adultery, along with their constant arguments. Now, after numerous failed relationships and engagements, Katie suggests a concept to enter into a trial marital relationship to see if their love can hold up against the test of time.

They meet with a good friend and lawyer, Lou (Paul Sorvino), to draw up an agreement outlining the terms and conditions of their trial marital relationship. This consists of offering their specific houses and buying a new one together, splitting finances and tasks, and a clause that permits renegotiation if things are not working out. In addition, they settle on a monetary settlement must the temporary marriage end with another divorce.

As Les and Katie navigate their brand-new relationship, they are both keen on making it work, albeit with their specific worries and unpredictabilities. Along the way, they experience obstacles like browsing intimacy, stabilizing work and personal life, and resolving sticking around trust concerns.

Stress occur as Les is challenged by ladies from his past, including an ex-girlfriend and his overbearing mother (Eileen Brennan). On the other hand, Katie crosses paths with her former fiancé, Charlie (Robert Alda), who still harbors sensations for her. Their relationship with each other and their exes put their trial marriage to the test.

Characters and Performances
Elliott Gould depicts Les Bingham, a persistent womanizer who appears not able to change his methods and commit fully to his relationship with Katie. Throughout the film, Gould provides a comedic performance that stabilizes charm and frustration over his failure to settle down.

Diane Keaton plays Katie, a strong and independent woman who is set on making the marital relationship work regardless of her trust issues with Les. Keaton's efficiency shines in her portrayal of a lady trying to think in love and dedication, despite her numerous previous disappointments.

Supporting stars Paul Sorvino and Eileen Brennan add to the humor and drama of the film. Sorvino's character, Lou, acts as a voice of factor in Les and Katie's turbulent relationship, while Brennan's portrayal of Les's mom includes a layer of familial conflict to his internal battle.

Styles
"I Will, I Will ... For Now" touches on styles of love, dedication, trust, and the intricacy of relationships. The movie exposes the worries and insecurities that can emerge in even the most seemingly dedicated relationships, and how various individuals approach discovering joy in love.

Through its humor and evocative storytelling, the film also discuss other aspects of human relationships, such as the impact of past relationships on today and the challenges of browsing brand-new liked ones' expectations.

Conclusion
"I Will, I Will ... For Now" is a film that checks out the complexities of love, relationships, and dedication. Through the trials and tribulations faced by its main characters, Les and Katie, the film assesses the sacrifices and choices that people make in pursuit of joy in love. A mix of funny, drama, and love, this film is an appealing expedition of the heart and its recklessness.

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