As a seasoned movie critic who’s witnessed the rise and fall of countless romantic comedies, I must say that revisiting “He’s Just Not That Into You” is like stepping into a time machine set to 2009 – a year when bad haircuts and even worse dating advice were all the rage.
To everyone’s surprise, the romantic comedy movie “He’s Just Not That Into You” (2009) has been in MAX’s top 10 list for more than a week now. This film, however, isn’t typically found on lists of top romantic comedies as it tends to be less popular among current audiences. Despite garnering a rating of 6.4 out of 10 on IMDb, the movie appears to have lost some of its charm over the years, with viewers recognizing that its storyline, adapted from a 2004 dating self-help book, now feels rather outdated.
As a fan of romantic comedies, I find it quite intriguing that “He’s Just Not That Into You,” which seems somewhat outdated, is still trending in MAX’s top 10. Some viewers are revisiting this movie for nostalgic reasons or genuine interest, while many others are laughing at its ensemble cast’s comedic portrayals of the dating game’s supposed rules and myths. It’s a fascinating blend of appreciation and critique that has people discussing it on Letterboxd. So buckle up and get ready for some entertaining reviews!
Letterboxd Users Share Their Funny Takes on The Out-Dated Film
Typically, a romantic comedy is intentionally humorous, not unintentionally so, but views among Letterboxd users vary regarding the intended humor of the film “He’s Just Not That Into You“. Despite boasting an impressive ensemble cast that includes Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Aniston, Scarlett Johansson, and Ben Affleck, the film is weighed down by a poor narrative and script. The storyline, derived from a “self-help” book that presents dating as a game to be mastered, unfortunately detracts from the overall production.
Recent reviews criticized the script and the overwhelming format:
Each of these group films tends to struggle with reaching their full potential. There’s simply too much going on, and despite the intertwining plots being skillfully handled, none of them get fully developed.
Bradley Cooper is king of the scumbags in this.
Jane Wickline wrote about Gigi on that one SNL skit.
I seem to be subtracting half a star from it every thirty minutes, Stevie Hottz. (Via Letterboxd)
“Who wrote this? People who hate people?” –
LorileeSM via Letterboxd
Some found it reductive, playing into harmful gender stereotypes:
“This movie wants to be Love Actually so bad, but joke’s on you Ken Kwapis, I hate that movie too!
Critically dismissive, predictable, and somewhat harsh in tone, the initial part of this film seems to repeatedly express surprise and skepticism about each new character introduction, as if questioning their significance. The portrayal suggests a world where men are universally villainous, women are unstable, and all LGBTQ+ characters resemble Kurt from Glee.
Definitely boasts a strong late 2000s soundtrack, with the actor who lends his voice to Garrus from Mass Effect making an appearance for about half a minute… adds an extra star to my rating.
Some reviewers hate to love the film packed with likable stars:
“jennifer connolly i love you
I feel equally passionate about this cinematic disaster that is akin to an uncontrollable dumpster fire. Regrettably, if only I could undo watching it.
A returning moviegoer shares their unremarkable theater experience upon watching the film, describing it as an ordinary viewing.
Autumn wrote about her first date at age thirteen: a boy chose a movie that left her bewildered due to its strange, illogical plot. Fortunately, she didn’t understand it well enough to be affected, as she was still figuring out dating. Adam Corriera, if you’re reading this, why did you pick this movie instead of Splice or Paul Blart: Mall Cop?
A different critic expressed their thoughts on the explosive movie about love that significantly impacted society in a constructive manner, by revealing our flaws through the large screen.
“this is why we’re all medicated now” –
vivrr via Letterboxd
In the 2000s, romantic comedies were consistently popular, and the movie “He’s Just Not That Into You” made over $27 million at the box office in 2009, proving this trend. Nowadays, it’s challenging for romantic comedies to draw theater crowds, but maybe rewatching a film like this one will help Hollywood understand how to make rom-coms enjoyable, steamy, and hip again.
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2024-11-17 21:35