Kate Hudson Claps Back at Critics: Rom-Coms Are Meant to Make You Smile!

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In a nutshell, Kate Hudson argues that not every film needs to be as complex and profound as ‘Citizen Kane’. Sometimes, audiences seek escapism through lighthearted, feel-good films which help them momentarily forget their troubles and leave the theater with a cheerful disposition. This is the reasoning behind Hudson’s defense of her string of romantic comedies, despite their mixed reviews from critics, as they weren’t intended to compete for awards.

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Hudson discussed how some of her romantic comedies received unfavorable reviews from critics even though audiences seemed to enjoy them more. Movies like “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” (42% on Rotten Tomatoes) and the trio of “Fools Gold“, “Bride Wars“, and “Something Borrowed” (15% on Rotten Tomatoes) became a significant part of Hudson’s career…despite some critics’ disapproval. The actress believes that those who criticize romantic comedies should try to relax and understand for whom these movies are intended.

who is the intended audience? Are you catering to the critics or to the people? The goal should be to make the best movie possible while telling your desired story.

If you’re focusing on who you want to impress while considering your thoughts, chances are you might overlook something important. If my intention was to create Bride Wars or Something Borrowed as an acclaimed, Oscar-winning film, the outcome would have been entirely different. I also believe that not everyone fully appreciates the challenges involved in creating a movie like that and making it successful.

Kate Hudson’s Rom-Coms Scored Big With Audiences

In her illustrious career, Hudson has demonstrated her acting prowess, particularly with her Academy Award-nominated role in Almost Famous. However, she gained significant prominence in romantic comedies during their heyday when they dominated the box office. Although many of these films have shifted to streaming platforms due to reduced earnings (with exceptions like 2023’s $220 million global hit Anyone But You), Hudson’s past successes were quite substantial, especially financially. For instance, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days earned $177.5 million worldwide in 2003 against a production budget of $50 million, despite negative reviews from critics. Even less successful films like Fools Gold managed to gross $111.2 million globally. While these movies might not have impressed the critics, they certainly resonated with audiences.

In some instances, CinemaScores – ratings given by audiences on opening weekends for various movies – can paint a different picture compared to the reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. For example, “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” received an “A-” CinemaScore despite having a 42% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. On the other hand, “Fools Gold” registered a “B-” CinemaScore, which is significantly better than its 15% rating on Rotten Tomatoes suggests. Similarly, “Bride Wars” and “Something Borrowed”, both earning “A-” and “B” CinemaScores respectively, were more favorably received by moviegoers. It seems that Kate Hudson might indeed have a valid point about the importance of considering these audience ratings when judging these films.

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2025-02-28 15:31