You've got mail movie synopsis

A classic rom-com!

You've Got Mail (1998) is a romantic comedy film directed by Nora Ephron, starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.

The movie follows the story of two business rivals, Kathleen Kelly (Meg Ryan) and Joe Fox (Tom Hanks), who unknowingly fall in love with each other online.

Kathleen is the owner of an independent bookstore called The Shop Around the Corner, which is struggling to compete with the big chain bookstore, Fox Books, owned by Joe's father. Joe, a wealthy businessman, decides to buy out the small bookstores in the area, including Kathleen's, to expand his father's business.

Meanwhile, Kathleen and Joe meet online in a chat room, where they form a romantic connection under the pseudonyms "Shopgirl" and "NY152." They continue to communicate online, sharing their thoughts, feelings, and dreams with each other, without knowing that they are actually business rivals.

As their online relationship deepens, Kathleen and Joe start to develop feelings for each other, but their real-life identities remain a secret. When Joe's business plans threaten to destroy Kathleen's bookstore, she must decide whether to reveal her true identity and risk losing the man she loves, or to keep her online relationship a secret and preserve her business.

The movie explores themes of love, identity, and the power of technology to bring people together, while also poking fun at the absurdities of online relationships and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life.

You've Got Mail is a delightful, witty, and charming film that has become a beloved classic of the romantic comedy genre.