I'm not really big on time-travel romances, but this movie is a real exception to the rule. I won't dwell on all of the particulars that make the time-travel possible; they are really secondary to the plot. However, what is really wonderful is the juxtaposition of modern mores and "old-fashioned" social behaviors as Leopold learns to maneuver in the present day. Many of my friends have said that they would love to find a man who behaves like Leopold ... with genuine consideration for others.