Posts with the tag 'comedy/romance'

UPGRADED

UPGRADED- 2023. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Ana (Camila Mendes) is an ambitious intern dreaming of a career in the art world while trying to impress her demanding boss Claire (Marisa Tomei). When she’s upgraded to first class on a work trip, she meets handsome Will (Archie Renaux), who mistakes Ana for her boss–a white lie that sets off a glamorous chain of events, romance and opportunity, until her fib threatens to surface.”

2/18/23- Fair reviews for this romantic comedy. TRDB.

Add comment February 18th, 2024

I’M YOUR MAN

I’M YOUR MAN- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “To obtain funds for her research project, workaholic Alma agrees to take part in an experiment with Tom, a humanoid robot designed to be her ideal mate. Before long, Tom becomes a sounding board for Alma to dissect her deep-rooted disillusionment.”

9/25/31- Excellent reviews from the critics but just fair ones from audiences. TRDB.

Add comment September 25th, 2021

TOGETHER TOGETHER

TOGETHER TOGETHER- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When 26-year-old Anna agrees to be a gestational surrogate for middle-aged bachelor Matt — who’s eager to be a dad — she’s looking for a way to finance her college degree. But she gets much more as the two develop an unexpected friendship.”

4/22/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

7/20/21- I liked this movie very much and highly recommend it. TRDB.

Add comment April 22nd, 2021

LOVE, GUARANTEED

LOVE GUARANTEED- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “To save her small law firm, earnest lawyer Susan (Rachael Leigh Cook) takes a high-paying case from Nick (Damon Wayans Jr.), a charming new client who wants to sue a dating website that guarantees love. But as the case heats up, so do Susan and Nick’s feelings for each other.”

9/4/20- Poor reviews for what sounds like a cute story. TRDB.

9/7/20- Ridiculous but some fun regardless. TRDB.

Add comment September 4th, 2020

THE BIG SICK

THE BIG SICK- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “After meeting at a stand-up comedy show, funnyman Kumail and graduate student Emily embark on a romance. But as the expectations of his strict Muslim family create conflict between the couple, their relationship begins to crumble.”

6/22/17- Excellent reviews by the critics and good ones by audiences. TRDB.

7/4/17- I really enjoyed this comedy. Good story and very well acted. TRDB. At the Theater.

Add comment June 23rd, 2017


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