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It took nearly a decade to find a mutually agreeable screenplay, but the stars and director of Pretty Woman finally reunited to make Runaway Bride, wisely avoiding any attempt to recapture the 1990 film's elusive magic. The result is a perfectly pleasant romantic comedy that would have fared better critically (despite boffo box office) if it hadn't been overshadowed by its blockbuster predecessor. It's certainly a more credible film than Pretty Woman, trading a far-fetched fairy tale (hooker hooks up with tycoon? bah!) for a more amiably conventional plot about big-city reporter Ike Graham (Richard Gere) who falls for a small-town handywoman Maggie Carpenter (Julia Roberts) with a nasty habit of fleeing from the altar in a recurring state of premarital panic. Both characters are instantly likeable, and the smooth dialogue by Josann McGibbon and Sara Parriott only occasionally panders to sitcom cuteness. And despite his routine sacrifice of subtle craft for commercial appeal, director Garry Marshall knows when to trust his stars and material, lending this movie a casual charm (aided by a terrific supporting cast) that never feels forced or artificial. The whole thing's utterly predictable, riding on the suspenseless question of whether Maggie will dump her sports-nut fiancé (Christopher Meloni) and tie the knot with Ike. It's a foregone conclusion after the usual games of romantic cat and mouse, but the chemistry between Roberts and Gere is undeniable, and with a decade's worth of additional stardom between them, they shine as brightly as ever. --Jeff Shannon

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   4 of 4 people found the following review helpful: really good., 28 Aug 2006 By  S. Firth (Leeds, UK) - See all my reviews       This review is from: Runaway Bride [1999] (DVD) I loved pretty woman, and someone bought me this because they coudnt find the one i wanted :) I'm glad they did. It's not as strong a film as pretty woman was but it's still really good. It's a very cosy, family film and i really enjoyed it. definately one for u to buy!  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   6 of 7 people found the following review helpful: An endearing, if very predictable love story, for fans of PW, 31 Jul 2000 By  bill@trueman.com (East Grinstead, England) - See all my reviews This review is from: Runaway Bride [1999] (DVD) We enjoyed this film. It was a light comedy love story, and worked because of the two Pretty Woman stars. The photography is its strongest feature with excellent views / people / lighting. The story appealed more to my wife and teenage girls staying with us, as it is a very "flowery" romance. It's downside is sticky predictability both overall (i.e. the whole plot), and in each scene or even down to the jokes; but nonetheless so enjoyable for it. Roberts is stunning, Gere great, albeit both characters are almost unreal. Gere's character "knows" everyone (seemingly even if he only just met them), and everything; and the Roberts' character is known by everyone, and can DO anything. If you are looking for realism - DO NOT buy / watch this. If you want the same escapism and light and a entertaining comedy with good clean romance, and less work "working out the plot" than with Pretty Woman then this picture is a must. There were no extras on the DVD.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   5 of 6 people found the following review helpful: This movie is formula and predictable, 6 Dec 2002 By  B. Chandler "xyzzy" (Arlington, Texas) - See all my reviews          This review is from: Runaway Bride [1999] (DVD) To those people that do not like movies that are formula or predictable, this is probably not one of those movies that you would like. For those of you who are expecting some sort of breakthrough movie like "Pretty Woman" (1990) , this movie is probably not one that you would like. Now with that said, this is a great formula and many of the details are not predictable. It is the interaction between the actors and the visuals (multi colored hair) that give this movie its worth. This movie contains psychology and morals that would give Gary Zukav a run for his money. We already know how wonderful the interaction is between Richard Gere and Julia Roberts. Don't overlook the cast of supporting actors that even give the two-dimensional characters a third dimension. Remember Rita Wilson form "Sleepless in Seattle"(1993)? Well she plays the ex-wife of Richard Gere and adds some stability to the hectic events. And who can forget Joan Cusack form "My Blue Heaven" (1990) ? She plays Peggy Flemming. All in all it's cute movie in worth watching...  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) › See all 9 customer reviews...		Most Recent Customer Reviews Unfairly compared to Pretty Woman Maggie Carpenter is a woman who can't seem to get married. Whenever she gets to her wedding, she runs off. Read more Published 5 months ago by Jay Entertaining This is a good chic flick, that you do not mind watching with your significant other. They do not capture all the essence that occurred in there first film portrayed. Read more Published 7 months ago by M. A. Ramos Nice. Another good Garry Marshell flim. Not as good as Pretty Women (Also starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere) but still ok....I thought it was going to be better, though. Published 24 months ago by LT Brilliant Great fun and all-family entertainment, doesn't even embaress the Grandma. One of our (few) watched again movies. Published on 12 April 2006 by CJ Wheatley A nice family film but..... the outcome a bit predictable. Okay for girls sleepover or family afternoon film. Published on 30 Sep 2003 This movie is formula and predictable. This movie is formula and predictable. To those people that do not like movies that are formula or predictable, this is probably not one of those movies that you would like... Read more Published on 30 Dec 2000 by B. Chandler Search Customer Reviews