First off - the movie was beyond crushing emotionally on so many levels. It would be very difficult for even the coldest of heart to attempt to watch this with out at least getting choked up. But it was not a blatant movie that was going for the tears. This wasn't like a Nicholas Sparks book/movie. The book/movie was about how to look at the world through the eyes of those who truly value it the most. I enjoyed this movie very much. I might have actually liked the movie more than the book when I read it because of the excellent performances by all involved.
I would definitely recommend people checking this movie out. However, it is one of the more difficult movies that anyone could ever choose to watch.