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I Could Never Be Your Woman
A Customer from Kettering, England,
1st July, 2008
Oh dear. As a rule, I prefer not to write bad or negative reviews of my rentals but I think I ought to warn punters about this one. Despite its auspicious cast and glitzy, compelling showbiz appearance, it has nothing going for it. And I mean nothing: no real storyline, no plot, no character development and certainly no genuine amusement. You might use the epithets 'Iightweight' or 'fluffy romantic comedy' on a good day when you're feeling generous but this is SO lightweight it barely registers. Events revolve around Rosie (Michelle Pfeiffer), a TV producer, and Adam (Paul Rudd), a newly-cast actor and Rosie's toy-boy; the theme of the “story” is based on the age-gap between them. The interplay between these lovers provides a certain chemistry, possibly the movie's only redeeming feature. Unfortunately, this age-gap thing is unconvincing, despite Rudd's over-played puppy-dog-cute youthful enthusiasm. The result is a very unfunny comedy that desperately contrives to salvage credibility but only manages a piece of tepid satire, at best. Writer-director Amy Heckerling may have forged her reputation with savvy, smart comedies such as 'Clueless' and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High', but this effort has none of their charm and sparkle. This is one of the worst films I've seen this year. Not recommended.
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