How does family disapproval affect the course of love? Can volatile relationships flourish? Does love cure dementia? Paul and Eli consider these questions, and more, in their analysis of “The Notebook,” the 2004 romantic melodrama starring Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling—and the winner of the MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss.

(Quick housekeeping note: As we begin Season 2 of the show, we’re switching to an ever-other-Monday release schedule. Plus, we have some surprise guests in store!)

The Notebook