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Starring: Hugh Grant, Drew Barrymore, Brad Garrett, Kristen Johnston,
Director: Marc Lawrence
It’s true. I have an undiagnosed eighties addiction which this movie masterfully played upon in its first few minutes, putting me into a favorable state of mind. How diabolically clever of them! This was a surprisingly, charming film with some clever dialogue and a pretty decent story helped out by Hugh Grant’s easy charm and Drew Barrymore’s girl-next-door appeal.
Hugh Grant is Alex Fletcher, a key member of an 80’s pop group living in the shadows of his past when an opportunity to reclaim some lost glory arrives. The only hitch is that he has five days to write a new hit song, and has no one to take up his former partner’s task of writing the lyrics. Enter a mysterious plant caretaker named Sophie Fisher (Drew Barrymore) with a hidden, natural talent as a lyricist. This movie is full of Grant’s usual snappy one-liners and is a charming romantic comedy that even offers some insight into songwriting. You guys know my weakness for writing-related things. Anyway, I digress; back to the review.
This was an satisfying film with enough giggles to entertain and a comfortable enough story to hold my interest and, yes, I’ll admit it; I really like the original songs written for the film. If you are a Hugh Grant fan there is yet another funny fight scene for you. If you are an 80’s fan, you get a retro ride and those just looking for light, romantic comedy will find this one pleasant enough. If its not your thing, then you will likely find it insipid and sugary sweet to the point of vomit inducement.
