Yes, it's a classic romantic storytelling set up but it takes more than that to play it right - execution. And that is done with charm and the crucial ingredient - Hayek - Perry chemistry.
Perry's lines are natural with a touch of humor and a pinch of irony, but not as strong as his Chandler character from Friends. There are layers under the main jokes you will appreciate.
And just as with best romantic comedy there is a bit of a life lesson scattered across the script such as:
"You're the best thing that happened to me I never thought I might be looking for."
Anybody looking for a 100% reality could just bury this film, but that's not the point.
Good romantic comedy goes over the top of realistic life situations to do what genre films are supposed to do - entertain us and give us a boost to live our little lives better.
Alex and Isabel represent the opposite that attracts, fights but eventually everything turns out fine.
This film stands out from typical romantic flicks by showcasing their challenges and differences, not just resolving them with repetitive declarations of love.
Imagine a girl who chooses not to abort...
...a guy who falls in love (feeling) and eventually works hard to make it work (love as a verb).
...spice it up with good humor and
...successfully plays with white guy Mexican girl cliche.
Oh, and imagine the final magic hour continuous shot that involves a wedding, kiss and sunset you never expect to see in romantic comedy.
Shout out to the director Andy Tennant.
When asked to confirm Friends was his favorite project Matthew Perry said
"There is this film with Salma Hayek I've done and I like it a lot."
Following Perry's passing, Salma Hayek shared memories of their special connection during filming, which seemed to echo the genuine friendship portrayed on screen.
"Fools Rush In" stands out by precisely not standing out.
It's a testament to Matthew Perry's talent-perhaps not remembered as the greatest actor, but as one with a rare ability: to make us laugh and warm our hearts.
And sometimes, that's exactly what we need to brighten our day.
Here's to more comedies that achieve just that.
Perry's lines are natural with a touch of humor and a pinch of irony, but not as strong as his Chandler character from Friends. There are layers under the main jokes you will appreciate.
And just as with best romantic comedy there is a bit of a life lesson scattered across the script such as:
"You're the best thing that happened to me I never thought I might be looking for."
Anybody looking for a 100% reality could just bury this film, but that's not the point.
Good romantic comedy goes over the top of realistic life situations to do what genre films are supposed to do - entertain us and give us a boost to live our little lives better.
Alex and Isabel represent the opposite that attracts, fights but eventually everything turns out fine.
This film stands out from typical romantic flicks by showcasing their challenges and differences, not just resolving them with repetitive declarations of love.
Imagine a girl who chooses not to abort...
...a guy who falls in love (feeling) and eventually works hard to make it work (love as a verb).
...spice it up with good humor and
...successfully plays with white guy Mexican girl cliche.
Oh, and imagine the final magic hour continuous shot that involves a wedding, kiss and sunset you never expect to see in romantic comedy.
Shout out to the director Andy Tennant.
When asked to confirm Friends was his favorite project Matthew Perry said
"There is this film with Salma Hayek I've done and I like it a lot."
Following Perry's passing, Salma Hayek shared memories of their special connection during filming, which seemed to echo the genuine friendship portrayed on screen.
"Fools Rush In" stands out by precisely not standing out.
It's a testament to Matthew Perry's talent-perhaps not remembered as the greatest actor, but as one with a rare ability: to make us laugh and warm our hearts.
And sometimes, that's exactly what we need to brighten our day.
Here's to more comedies that achieve just that.
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