Judd Lightens Up...

Ashley is a beautiful, successful, intelligent and kind woman who gets dumped (yeah right) and begins to analyze the male psyche as it applies to romance. She moves in with a 'one night stand' artist and, of course, starts to realize that he is the one for her.

This film has many standard, funny, romantic comedy moments... but it is also laden with a few too many crying scenes that drag the entire mood down. I am glad to see Ashley Judd trying a different kind of role, and she is very good here. Note the way she tries to keep from crying in a scene with Jackman half way through the running time... it is very well acted. I recommend this film, but only slightly.

© Written by TC Candler

How We Rated This Film TC Candler - B- Richard Propes - C- Jacob Hall -

Richard Propes' Comment

I'm trying to remember an Ashley Judd movie that I actually enjoyed. I can't think of one. This one is no exception...It's a mildly entertaining piece of romantic fluff. Judd is nothing beyond average, and doesn't keep up with her co-stars including Greg Kinnear, Hugh Jackman, Marisa Tomei and Ellen Barkin. In fact, I think I'd have enjoyed Tomei much more in the Judd role. This is what most would call a "Chick flick" and doesn't offer much for guys, except the aforementioned Tomei (unless you are a Judd fan...I'll pray for you).

Jacob Hall's Comment

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