As a seasoned gamer who has navigated countless virtual worlds and cinematic universes, I can confidently say that the real-life journey of “Anyone But You” is a rollercoaster I wouldn’t mind riding again.
If you’ve been wondering where all the romantic comedies disappeared to, they’ve likely moved over to streaming platforms. But at the tail end of last year, moviegoers had a unique chance to catch a rom-com in theaters with the film “Anyone But You” starring Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, which turned out to be profitable. This film stands out in its genre due to some behind-the-scenes remarks by the director about getting it onto the big screen.
Gluck, a seasoned movie director, has previously had two of his romantic comedies, specifically “Easy A” and “Friends With Benefits,” show in theaters. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter about creating “Anyone But You” with Columbia Pictures, he openly expressed his desire to see it hit the big screen from the outset, adding this detail:
It took some persuasion to get everyone on board, but I simply needed to highlight the goodness of the film’s characters and emphasize the powerful, immersive nature of going to the theater to make my point.
Wow, I’ve got to hand it to Will Gluck – he really knew what he was talking about! “Anyone But You” turned out to be a massive success, raking in an impressive $220 million worldwide on a budget of just $25 million. That’s a huge win!
Despite varying opinions among critics, such as TopMob’s review for “Anyone But You,” the audience found the movie enjoyable. This could be due in part to the popularity of the film’s leads, Sweeney and Powell, who are currently two of the most sought-after young actors. Powell is known for his role in “Top Gun: Maverick” with Tom Cruise, while Sweeney gained fame as Cassie in “Euphoria.” The duo even fueled rumors about their off-screen relationship before the film’s premiere. In April, Powell acknowledged these marketing tactics, praising them as clever and commending Sydney Sweeney for her intelligence.
As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but express my admiration for “Anyone But You” – a movie that has left such an impact that even Sydney Sweeney herself has been inquired about a potential sequel. Coy as she was about the possibility, it certainly sparked anticipation among viewers!
With any luck, the popularity of “Anyone But You” encouraged Columbia Pictures and other film studios to produce more high-profile romantic comedies for cinema enjoyment. There’s something truly special about sharing laughter with strangers in movie theaters. If you haven’t already, you can catch “Anyone But You” on Netflix now.
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2024-08-03 04:37