Something's Gotta Give (2003)
Amanda Peet, Diane Keaton, Frances McDormand
Harry Sanborn is a perennial bachelor who only dates women under the age of thirty. On what was to have been a romantic weekend with his latest infatuation, Marin, at her mother's Hamptons beach house, Harry develops chest pains. Marin's mother Erica Barry, a successful, divorced playwright, relucta... (read more) Harry Sanborn is a perennial bachelor who only dates women under the age of thirty. On what was to have been a romantic weekend with his latest infatuation, Marin, at her mother's Hamptons beach house, Harry develops chest pains. Marin's mother Erica Barry, a successful, divorced playwright, reluctantly agrees to help nurse him back to health. Once they are alone together, Harry is surprised to find himself drawn to Erica for all the right reasons. And despite her initial protestations about Harry, Erica finds herself rediscovering love. Romantic complications arise when Erica is also pursued by Harry's charming 30-something doctor, Julian Mercer. Once recovered, Harry returns home and goes back to his old ways. However, when his feelings for Erica prove to be life altering, Harry must undergo a true change of heart--if he is to win her back.
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PG-13, 2 hrs. 13 min.
Directed by:
Nancy Meyers
Release Date: Dec 12, 2003
DVD Release Date: Mar 30, 2004
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Alot of elements in this one sick me out... old people love, old people making love, and last but not least, Diane Keaton's face. Not a fan of the latter.
Got it all, great acting, great locations, (NYC/Paris), Diane Keaton, Jack, J. Favreau (small cameo) and hilarious story!!! Title appropriate and speaks to me.
Diane Keaton, a role model for modern woman -independent,intellectual, charming and natural- aging gracefully. never realise Keenu Reeves is this handsome. No wonder my girlfriends adore him. The character of Keanu Reeves is just too idealistic to t... (read more) Diane Keaton, a role model for modern woman -independent,intellectual, charming and natural- aging gracefully. never realise Keenu Reeves is this handsome. No wonder my girlfriends adore him. The character of Keanu Reeves is just too idealistic to the extreme of unrealistic!
Otherwise, good plots, good cast, gd music, good script, humourous dialogue and many funny scenes. light hearted and enjoyable, make your day.
Love the music, the character interaction, the whole feel of the movie and it ends in Paris!
surprisingly good comedy that managed to exceed expectations basically because of the strong performances of Nicholson and Keaton. it's organically funny and has something adult and absorbing to say. Itâs also a film that frankly addresses rather t... (read more) surprisingly good comedy that managed to exceed expectations basically because of the strong performances of Nicholson and Keaton. it's organically funny and has something adult and absorbing to say. Itâs also a film that frankly addresses rather than cosmetically enhances or wallows in the coupling of men with much younger women. it was fun to finally see a film that made fun of characters and movies like that.
I'm tired of seeing movies of Jack Nicholson playing himself. A pychotic, womanizing peice of crap.... wow, what a stretch Jack.
Jack is always great but Diane Keaton is not very good in these rom-com roles. Better than Because I said so that's for damn sure.
I will watch and LOVE anything Jack Nicholson is in. With an amazing cast like this one, this movie was well done in all respects!
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The moments between the characters are absolutely full. It's a pleasure to watch such consummate professionals.full review
The movie itself reveals nothing, but it's entertaining.full review
As a valentine to Keaton -- and a rare romantic comedy in which both leads need glasses to see what time it is -- it provides some long-overdue pleasures.full review
Keaton nails every laugh and nuance in this tart, terrific romantic comedy.full review
While the film won't drive you delirious with suspense about where it's going, the journey is pleasant enough.full review
[Keaton and Nicholson] bring so much experience, knowledge and humor to their characters that the film works in ways the screenplay might not have even hoped for.full review
Mr. Nicholson has the gentlemanly grace to step aside and let Ms. Keaton claim the movie. She in turn brings out the best in everyone around her.full review
With the likes of Nicholson, Keaton, Reeves and Peet -- and a fleeting, funny few minutes with McDormand -- Something's Gotta Give is never less than entertaining.full review
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