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Music and Lyrics [DVD] [2007]

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Actors: Campbell Scott, Brad Garrett, Hugh Grant, Drew Barrymore, Kristen Johnston
Directors: Marc Lawrence
Format: PAL
Language English
Subtitles: English
Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
Number of discs: 1
Classification: PG
Studio: Warner Home Video
DVD Release Date: 4 Jun 2007
Run Time: 104 minutes

Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (84 customer reviews)

ASIN: B000P29FYK
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 272 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)
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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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Alex Fletcher (Hugh Grant) is a cynical and self-deprecating former '80s pop idol who turns down an offer to appear on a reality TV show for has-beens. Instead, he chooses to play the far more dignified nostalgia circuit, and hires the lovely but deeply insecure Sophie Fisher (Drew Barrymore) to water his plants while he’s away. When Alex is tasked with writing a song for pop starlet Cora (Haley Bennett) in just four days, Sophie reveals herself to be a gifted songwriter and they end up making beautiful music together. Despite this contrived set-up, the film, to its credit, deftly avoids many possible rom-com clichés in favour of organic, character-driven conflicts and comedic situations. As Alex and Sophie fall in love, their relationship begins to mirror the song writing process; they grapple with their creative differences and emotional hang-ups, all the while dealing with the pressures of the music industry. The two leads (aided by great supporting turns from Brad Garrett and Kristen Johnston) manage to pull all this off with a lightness of touch that makes the characters' vulnerability appealing rather than pathetic.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Subtle, 20 May 2007

By	I. H. Robinson (Woodstock, Ontario) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

To really appreciate this film some background knowledge/appreciation of the music of the 80's is a must. Without said knowledge RELAX, tagged at the end of Frankie goes to Hollywood, would be meaningless. The obvious reference to WHAM is very clever. I did not have to Google to unearth the 'other bloke'(Andrew Ridgeley)- I tend to remember music trivia. I laughed when I saw this at the cinema and the humour still had me laughing when I watched on DVD. The hip gyrations were first seen as performed by the PM in Love Actually!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Sill, fun, catchy!, 19 July 2007

By	Liz (SA!) - See all my reviews

This movie was one of the funniest romantic comedies I have watched in a long time.
The movie starts off with the ridiculous music video of PoP! Goes My Heart. Don't give up on it here if you think it's stupid - carry on watching. You will be surprised at how good the movie actually is.

Hugh Grant acts as Alex an 80's "Has-Been" from the band PoP! Cora, a huge teen popstar, wants Alex to write a song for her. The problem is Alex is rubbish at lyrics, that's when he meets Sophie (Drew Barrimore)and together they start on the song . . .

This movie is great fun and will leave you in stiches.

[And just letting you in on a secret, I loved PoP! so much that I went back and watched the music video on You Tube. It's so funny!]

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5.0 out of 5 stars Romance and Laughter Fit Together in Like Music and Lyrics, 11 May 2007

By	Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

Back in the 80's, Pop was a popular music group. Then they broke up, and former member Alex Fletcher (Hugh Grant) has struggled ever sense. In fact, his most exciting career opportunity is a potential appearance on "Battle of the 80's Has Beens."

Alex's manager Chris (Brad Garrett) usually only comes up with nostalgia gigs at fairs, amusement parks, and reunions, and even those are drying up. But then Chris comes up with the potential comeback vehicle. Pop sensation Cora Corman (Haley Bennet) is looking for a new song. Unfortunately, it has to be done in only a few days, and Alex can't write lyrics.

Sophia (Drew Barrymore) has recently started watering Alex's plants, and her mutterings while he's working on the song show she has a wonderful way with lyrics. He immediately enlists her to write the lyrics for the songs. While she resists at first, she eventually gives in and the two begin to work on the perfect love song. And sparks begin to fly between them. Will this turn into something more?

This is a charming, witty romantic comedy. It combines funny situations with witty dialogue. It even mocks 80's music (especially in the hilarious Pop music video that opens the film) and today's pop divas.

Yet it has heart. The plot is predictable, but the characters are great and easy to root for. I even found myself chocking up a time or two.

And the acting is spot on. Hugh Grant is a great singer as well. Drew Barrymore isn't as strong at singing, but she really only has to sing in one song. Brad Garrett plays more of a straight man then I expected. Haley Bennet is hilarious as the current pop sensation and easily stole every scene she was in.

Obviously, music plays a major part in the movie. They've got everything from 80's pop cheese to a modern duet. None of the songs are annoying, however. In fact, the music is so fun I'm quite tempted to go out and get the soundtrack.

The movie's PG-13 rating comes mainly from the sexually suggestive dance moves done by the singers. This isn't anything you haven't seen on MTV, but the movie still would have been better off without it.

I laughed the entire way through this fun film. It really is heart warming and entertaining.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Music and Lyrics
What a great film this is! Not only are there great pop tunes in this films, but it's a romantic comedy which actually does what it says on the tin - it's romantic and it's a... Read more

Published 6 months ago by David Jones

4.0 out of 5 stars POP goes my heart!
Music and lyrics is one of those movies you want to see over and over again. This romcom is a definite must see, the plot is beautiful, and the cast were chosen perfectly... Read more

Published 8 months ago by C. Dunning

5.0 out of 5 stars Music and Lyrics
Music and Lyrics [DVD] [2007]This is the perfect feel good light entertainment film. Its funny, witty, may even need to wipe a tear. it has everything. Loved it.

Published 9 months ago by Calliann

3.0 out of 5 stars Music and Lyrics
`Music and Lyrics' is a pretty standard romantic comedy and seeing Hugh Grant you pretty much know what to expect, bumbling charm and good one liners. Read more

Published 9 months ago by Spider Monkey

3.0 out of 5 stars Music and Lyrics, Blu-Ray
`Music and Lyrics' is a pretty standard romantic comedy and seeing Hugh Grant you pretty much know what to expect, bumbling charm and good one liners. Read more

Published 10 months ago by Spider Monkey

1.0 out of 5 stars two old actors going through the motions
I saw that this DVD has a review with 3 and more stars. Just thought I ought to balance out that status. Read more

Published 10 months ago by Ms. R. Johnson

3.0 out of 5 stars satisfyingly 'nice' rom-com
In a time when comedies are becoming ever more gross out, it's nice to stumble across one as old fashioned in tone as this now and again. Read more

Published 11 months ago by Mr. Stephen Kennedy

4.0 out of 5 stars LIGHTHEARTED FEELGOOD FILM
My husband had bought me this DVD ages ago and with having 2 very young children and little time to watch films unless they're made by Disney it had gotten forgotten about. Read more

Published 12 months ago by Mrs. L. A. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Corny? Yes! Cheesy? Yes! Brilliant? Yes yes yes!
I absolutely adore this film. It's completely predictable and absolutely riddled with goofs (watch Drew Barrymore's hands during the scene where she's having breakfast with Hugh... Read more

Published 12 months ago by K. L. Mason

5.0 out of 5 stars lighthearted fun
Music and Lyrics [2007]

This is a funny, lighthearted film that always cheers me up. The story moves along well & the chemistry between Hugh & Drew is believable... Read more

Published 13 months ago by Heidi Brand

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