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Music & Lyrics is frothy and sweet, like the top of a perfect cappuccino shared a deux. Hugh Grant is a self-professed "happy has-been," playing his befuddled, adorable persona more spot-on than he has since Four Weddings and a Funeral. As Alex, former member of an '80s pop band who years later is playing at water parks and high school reunions, he's settled into a life of lesser expectations. Drew Barrymore, quietly radiant, is Sophie, the underachieving girl Friday who arrives to water--make that overwater--Alex's plants--and to explode him out of that comfy rut. If the plot's a bit farfetched, it matters not, since the two lead characters are so likable--and make such beautiful music together. Big bonus: the supportive role of Kristen Johnston as Rhonda, Sophie's older sis (and longtime Alex fan) whose hilarious performance threatens to steal the show whenever she's onscreen. (The owner of a chain of successful weight-loss centers, Rhonda tries to comfort a rattled Sophie: "Want to do some stress eating?") The film also marks the remarkable debut of Haley Bennett, who plays a pop star of Britney/Cristina proportions with deadpan sincerity radiating through her skimpy outfits and mega-extensions. As Alex and Sophie work on crafting musical magic, something else is taking hold. It's music to the ears of anyone needing a sweet romantic comedy that hits all the right notes. --A.T. Hurley
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I watched this on the plane and made a complete fool of myself by laughing aloud. Frequently. (Don't you hate it when no one else in the vicinity is wearing headphones?!) It is frothy and would never happen in real life, but isn't that what romantic comedies are all about? Hugh Grant is lovely in this, with none of the usual arrogance associated with his typical characters. Drew Barrymore is as always fabulous if a bit eccentric. I really really enjoyed this and so will anyone who is up for some light-hearted laughs and a bit of romance.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I cannot believe I am giving this four stars. I fully expected this to be a Hugh-Grant-Romcom-of-Diminishing-Returns vehicle, but actually this is surprising for a number of reasons; 1) the musical mcguffin isnt a simple mcguffin at all, the plot really is about two people trying to write a song, 2) the songs are actually pretty good and certainly better than most of the dross that turns up in your average "musical", 3) there are some class 80s pastiches and 4)this doesnt follow the simplistic romcom get-together-fall-in-love-split-up-get-back-together template. At the end of the day this is a pretty good nights entertainment and unless you find Mr Grant completely unwatchable then Id give it a go (hats off by the way to Hugh for some pretty good singing). Recommended.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I loved this film. Not only do you hear Hugh Grant and Drew Barrymore sing but there are plently of laughs too. The older sister Rhonda provides a lot of them. Also some of the end credits footage give reference to other music facts etc. I loved the irony and the singing.
I am a massive Hugh Grant fan and this film is perfect- I hope I see what the PoP videos for the other songs they performed. PoP is like Wham! Spandau Ballet type group. I don't normally like Drew Barrymore as she always plays strong character ugly duckling into swan roles (Charlie's Angels, Ever After,) ... but in this she is sweet.
I loved the Love Autospy song too. As soon as I watched this film I brought the soundtrack and I listen to it with a smile on my face. Another successful film starring Hugh Grant.
I am a massive Hugh Grant fan and this film is perfect- I hope I see what the PoP videos for the other songs they performed. PoP is like Wham! Spandau Ballet type group. I don't normally like Drew Barrymore as she always plays strong character ugly duckling into swan roles (Charlie's Angels, Ever After,) ... but in this she is sweet.
I loved the Love Autospy song too. As soon as I watched this film I brought the soundtrack and I listen to it with a smile on my face. Another successful film starring Hugh Grant.
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Fluffy, frothy romcom and all the better for it
I'm not normally into chicklit, and I'm not usually into romcoms, but this came on TV and I found myself watching it - and I'm really glad I did! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Alison L
By the numbers rom-com, but poor characters
This is a standard rom-com, where you can see the ending a few minutes into the film. Hugh Grant plays the same character he's played in most of his films, albeit this time around... Read more
Published 7 months ago by ZIMZIM
Fun and Endearing
This charming romantic comedy about a has-been pop singer (Hugh Grant), who enlists the help of writer turned reluctant lyricist (Drew Barrymore)to help revive his career, is great... Read more
Published 7 months ago by J. Lafferty
Another excellent Hugh Grant RomCom
Romantic comedy starring Hugh Grant as Alex Fletcher, a short-lived 80s pop star now playing at amusements parks and business functions on the "here and now" circuit. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Greg Farefield-Rose
watched it 14 times in a week
My mom bought me this DVD. As soon as she gave it to me I ran upstairs and watched it. I would call it a romantic comedy. Read more
Published 19 months ago
chick flick
a "standard" bluray with not much more than the movie itself which is watchable but forgettable.
you should rent it instead.
you should rent it instead.
Published 20 months ago by F. Vial
Highly enjoyable!!
Highly recommend for all family viewing...very funny musical-didnt know Hugh Grant could sing before this film came out! Read more
Published 20 months ago by Katerina19
Unexpectedly enjoyable lightweight romantic comedy
I was dragged to this one by my wife. Once in the theater, I was astonished to discover the best romantic comedy in years. Read more
Published 21 months ago by L. E. Cantrell
A Hugh Grant film that I like at last!!
This film stars Drew Barrymore and Hugh Grant as Alex Fletcher & Sophie Fisher. Alex is a 'has-been' pop star who has another chance of chart success as a famous singer asks him to... Read more
Published on 13 April 2010 by Helen
Light hearted fun
A lovely film, amusing and rewarding. Both main characters are believeable and the music took me back 20 years
Published on 15 Dec 2009 by J. Gilbourne
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