Category: Rom-Com

Rom-Com

“Ella Enchanted”

By Brett_G on

7.1

Did I watch this to have a more well informed conversation with a girl? The world may never know… don’t worry, I’ll still have free time to watch too many movies.

I struggled to get past the basis of the film being a woman who literally can’t not obey verbal commands… but I eventually was able to surrender to the fairytale charms.

The story may not necessarily be that original, but it has its moments. And, I mean, it’s Anne Hathaway…

Solid, right down the middle, not too shabby fairy tale… tale.

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Indie Rom-Com

“Chasing Amy”

By Brett_G on

7.4

Through the process of obtaining my MBA, I was enlightened with terminology for so many things in the business world that I had known the intricacies of but had never had a term for… like a PDSA Cycle or Gemba Walk.

Finally! Leave it to Silent Bob to coin a term for the age old self destructed relationship that one posthumously idealizes and therefore chases with great fervor – we’re chasing Amy.

Unlike George Costanza, Ben Affleck convinces Alyssa to switch teams in the opposite direction, convincing her to join the ball and bat club… only to then stick his bat in a woodchipper on account of an all-time case of the yips. His perfect game, ruined by a wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth. At least he had some content to keep his comic book illustration career afloat as a result of his dumbassed decisions in love. Some of us blog about movies.

This was a surprisingly humorous and realistic tale of love, friendship, conflict, and the messiness of life that I really enjoyed finally catching up on! A well-done recommendation from a friend.

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Comedy Rom-Com

“Snack Shack”

By Brett_G on

8.2

You all know I’m a sucker for summer coming of age films, so I had high hopes for this one… that it blew out of the water! It’s on par with “Everybody Wants Some” and “The Way Way Back” for me. Particularly because of the summer love triangle and theme of personal growth by way of a gauntlet of awkwardness the film puts the characters and its audience through. Our dynamic duo, entrepreneurial as they may be, broke the cardinal rule of the bro code and put a ho before their bro. I almost gave them a pass though, because I mean, Mika Abdalla comes out of nowhere as a force of nature as the girl next door AND lifeguard AND photographer. That’s a film vixen triple threat if I’ve ever seen one. She absolutely nails the part, as does the rest of the cast in their slotted roles. I especially enjoyed Nick Robinson in the cool older kid/mentor role.

A throwback to a comedy niche of old, and a nice (albeit awkward as hell) trip down memory lane.

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Peacock Rom-Com Romance

“Ms. Match”

By Brett_G on

7.4

Did they steal the ending from “License to Kill” (see below)? Yes. Did they earn the right? Also yes.

A surprisingly adorkable rom-com from the gang at Peacock. Anna Savcic and Brad Harder’s chemistry really makes it a home run in the 9th. The key to these things is the end of the second act, where you get your heart ripped out alongside the main characters. This film delivers on that, which makes the third act triumph all the sweeter. And no, I’m not just sappy because I found a good red Zinfandel the weekend after Valentine’s Day… although, for those inquiring minds, FitVine Red Zinfandel has been a solid clearance rack find thus far. I’ve only reviewed 74 wines though… much less refined of a palate when compared to the 658 movies that I’ve reviewed, with many more actually consumed over the years.

https://www.vivino.com/wines/156188316

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Rom-Com Science Fiction

“Lisa Frankenstein”

By Brett_G on

7.9

Well that was a pleasant surprise!

Not since “Warm Bodies” has a film nailed the zombie rom-com in my book, and not since “Ready Player One” have I seen this many subtle nods to films of yesteryear cleverly shoehorned into so many frames.

Joe Chrest continues his run as “awkward dad.” Cole Sprouse rocks it as the lovable lug that our heroine can’t help but nurture as they slowly come to bring out the best in each other. Saving the best for last… Kathryn Newton. Holy shit, did she ever nail this! The perfect blend of wit, snark, and sensuality. She elevates every scene she’s in and simply steals the show by the time the credits roll. I honestly can’t see this movie working with anyone else. A testament to her brilliance in the role. A true sleeper hit, perfect for a makeup Valentine’s Day date this weekend!

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