There are, however, also two threads which threaten the lighthearted base, one for each of the leads. With Reynolds' Andrew we learn of tensions between him and his father. The disagreement is never right out in the open and the subtlety plays out well in the comedic segments. The interaction between Ryan Reynolds and Craig T. Nelson as his father works very well, it comes off as quite genuine. As for Bullock, we watch her interact with Betty White's Grammy and Andrew's mother (Mary Steenburgen). These encounters bring up feelings of her past and the family she lost at an early age. Sandra Bullock plays this story well and help show the cracks in Margaret's tough exterior.
Bottomline. Overall, this is a delightful trifle of a movie that will quickly be forgotten down the road. It provides momentary escape with stars that we like and scenes that will make you laugh. It has a few moments that threaten deep thoughts, but they are fleeting. The movie is hard not to like while watching it, but after the credits roll it will not be remembered for long.
Mildly Entertaining.
Article comments
1 - spiderman05
I went to see this movie yesterday and I enjoyed. Though, I was expecting a more intense and romantic ending. A wedding proposal in an office full of cubicles and spying eyes is not what I call romantic. Also, the character of Ramon was somehow entertaining.
Cheers.