Venus on the Halfshell

I thought this movie was very interesting. I loved the story line and the twist at the end, did not expect that. It is not often we see a romantic comedy in the independent arena. While most independent films try to be edgy, this film tells a story that the whole family can enjoy. You will see the characters go through real life experiences that will make you think, laugh, cry… and eventually see what matters in life.

I recommend this one for any new lovers especially new ones. It is a MUST SEE before getting hitched.

The acting was good highlighted with amazing locations.

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While it is a cheaply made story about how a messed up guy gets a beautiful lonely woman to fall in love with him, the true find in this movie is the female lead, Monica Serene Garnich. While Monica has had several bit parts as well as being cast on MTV's two soaps, unfortunately she got out of acting after this movie. That is a shame because she carries this movie despite some rather weak writing and stereotypical characters. The male lead has the typical male character flaws of trying to show off for every woman he meets as well as constantly lying and leaving out vital information, such as his kids. Jennifer Gareis is perfectly cast as the overly sexy ex-wife and delivers a definitely over the top overacting performance that adds some much needed humor to this story. If you are looking for a little different love story and can actually find it, this is a decent movie if you can get past the flaws. The scenery of Big Bear, California and performance of Monica Garnich are definitely worth watching. Much of the music was written and performed by Monica as well.

Good script, some corny lines but overall well written, directed and produced. Good cinematography. The movie most of the time is filmed with beautiful scenery in the background.

The movie displays how adults tend to manipulate each other even after they fall in love. This movie shows how the background of each individual has an effect on their adult life. It shows how children from adverse backgrounds can make something of themselves but the attitude of their parents has a very serious impact on their adult life and their interaction with the ones they love. Good story. Good acting. The actors embed themselves into their roles.

The relationships in the O'Hara family are very interesting and they tend to get a little complex. The divorced mother demonstrates that lack of education allows her to use her body as oppose to her brains to obtain what she needs in life. Where the step mother embraces the husbands children as her own the mother walks away from the children so to spite her former husband.

Good movie that demonstrates the realities of today's life.