The humour is pretty worn out and cheap but mostly works. The awkward moments are the best things this film has to offer.
Amy Adams is charming and has lovely chemistry with Matthew Goode but one at all with Adam Scott.
Despite its tried and tested formula, utilization of cheesy stereotypes and a pretty light plot, the string of misadventures and awkward situations Anna finds herself in carries the film forward admirably.
The Bad:
An American lost in the UK/Ireland/Europe is no need idea and Amy Adams doesn't manage to reinvigorate the concept.
Another "city girl meets country boy" love story with a predictable plot and predictable ending.
What a generic use of Irish traditions, culture and music. Om not sure whether it’s just lazy or even slightly offensive.
The Ugly:
Tell me again how a motel that only accepts married couples as guests survives financially?
VERDICT:
Leap Year isn’t original or inventive in any way, but the warm chemistry between the two leads and an overall good-spirited and fun plot keeps the film going.
Review by Theo KallströmVIP 6BlockedParentSpoilers2021-02-01T07:23:56Z
THE UGLY: ‘ LEAP YEAR’
WRITING: 60
ACTING: 65
LOOK: 60
SOUND: 60
FEEL: 65
NOVELTY: 0
ENJOYMENT: 65
RE-WATCHABILITY: 50
INTRIGUE: 70
EXPECTATIONS: 60
The Good:
The humour is pretty worn out and cheap but mostly works. The awkward moments are the best things this film has to offer.
Amy Adams is charming and has lovely chemistry with Matthew Goode but one at all with Adam Scott.
Despite its tried and tested formula, utilization of cheesy stereotypes and a pretty light plot, the string of misadventures and awkward situations Anna finds herself in carries the film forward admirably.
The Bad:
An American lost in the UK/Ireland/Europe is no need idea and Amy Adams doesn't manage to reinvigorate the concept.
Another "city girl meets country boy" love story with a predictable plot and predictable ending.
What a generic use of Irish traditions, culture and music. Om not sure whether it’s just lazy or even slightly offensive.
The Ugly:
Tell me again how a motel that only accepts married couples as guests survives financially?
VERDICT:
Leap Year isn’t original or inventive in any way, but the warm chemistry between the two leads and an overall good-spirited and fun plot keeps the film going.
56% = :heavy_minus_sign: = UGLY