A perfect mix of sexuality and romance.

Rating: 8/10 (4 June 2005)

Coyote Ugly was the first movie to make me declare my devotion to a single movie as my "favorite." Having only been ten years old when I saw it and immediately liked it, I'm assuming most pre-teens nowadays will enjoy it. In fact, I will venture to say that it appeals to all types of people, as it is not your typical "chick flick", but it is certainly not a movie solely for men who see the cover and immediately pick it up, wanting to see chicks dressed in skimpy outfits and dancing on a bar.
The film's stars are displayed in the film at their absolute best in both acting and appearance. Piper Perabo kick-started her movie career with her leading role, later being cast in the family favorite, Cheaper by the Dozen. Adam Garcia was at his very cutest in this film. A couple of years after the film was released, he appeared in Riding in Cars with Boys, playing a forgettable role for anyone not a die-hard fan of his acting. In this film, however, he and his charming Australian accent shine undeniably as the boy-toy of Piper Perabo's character. This film also launched the costars into stardom, and even the actual bar Coyote Ugly, which is located about an hour away from my hometown.
As the old saying goes, you should never judge a book by its cover. This film may appear to be targeting a predominantly male audience, but it is also a brilliant blend of coming-of-age wisdom, family crisis, and romantic drama. It presents all aspects of Jersey girl Violet Sanford's life and journey to stardom with smart humor and inopportune situations. Featuring a few timeless songs on its intelligently varied soundtrack, it creates a vibe with absolutely nothing to criticize.
This being one of my favorite movies of all time and featuring my favorite song of all time, I am quite convinced that this movie was created flawlessly and would appeal to all audiences, but I tend to be very opinionated. However, if you are looking for a movie that you can watch with your friends OR your spouse on any given weekend, I would highly recommend giving Coyote Ugly a try. Recognizing some of your favorite actors of the present will undoubtedly be only half the fun.