This is the kind of film that suffers from viewers saying, "Oh, it's so predictable." And yes, it is. But then again, it's a rare film -- perhaps less than 10% of those made -- that aren't ultimately predictable by the average viewer. The good guys always win...almost always. They couple splits up and then gets back together again...almost always. It's not whether or not we know the ending, because we almost always know the ending. It's how we get to the ending that is the key to whether or not we enjoy a film.
And on that basis, this film is pretty enjoyable. It's a light romantic comedy. It does exactly what it promises.
Sandra Bullock is a very talented actress, and one of the few who excels in comedy. She does so here. Hugh Grant is perfect for light comedies. He's perfect here.
None of the supporting actors stand out. It's very much a Bullock/Grant film.
Is it the greatest romantic comedy of all time? Certainly not. It is unique? Nope. It's just a good, solid romantic comedy with its twists and turns that make it interesting. Enough said. Recommended, though it may not find a place on your DVD shelf.
And on that basis, this film is pretty enjoyable. It's a light romantic comedy. It does exactly what it promises.
Sandra Bullock is a very talented actress, and one of the few who excels in comedy. She does so here. Hugh Grant is perfect for light comedies. He's perfect here.
None of the supporting actors stand out. It's very much a Bullock/Grant film.
Is it the greatest romantic comedy of all time? Certainly not. It is unique? Nope. It's just a good, solid romantic comedy with its twists and turns that make it interesting. Enough said. Recommended, though it may not find a place on your DVD shelf.