The Lucky One (2012)

In the poignant drama "The Lucky One" (2012), U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault's return from his third tour in Iraq is marked by an unexpected talisman: a photograph of a woman he’s never met, a woman he believes to be his guardian angel. Driven by a deep-seated connection to the image, Logan embarks on a quest to find her, eventually locating her in the form of Beth, the owner of a local kennel. He secures employment at her family business, a decision that throws him directly into her life, and despite her initial reservations and the existing complexities of her own circumstances, a tentative romance begins to blossom between them. While "The Lucky One" is primarily a romance with dramatic undertones, its inclusion on a "Best Mystery Movies" list could stem from the subtle yet compelling enigma surrounding the photograph and its origins. The central "mystery" isn't a whodunit in the traditional sense, but rather an exploration of fate, coincidence, and the unseen forces that connect people. The audience is invited to ponder how this specific photograph came into Logan's possession, its true significance, and whether his finding Beth is a mere accident or a predetermined destiny. The unfolding of their relationship, intertwined with the unresolved questions about the photo's power, creates an engaging undercurrent of intrigue that can appeal to viewers who appreciate a touch of the unknown within their cinematic experiences.