Decent Date Movie

Rating: Null/10 (11 April 2008)

In terms of storyline, 'Hitch' presents nothing new but there are a few laugh out loud moments and some funny ones. It may not rank among the most memorable romantic comedies but it certainly does not make for a bad watch but a decent one. Andy Tennant sticks to the story and keeps it light, in spite of a few over-the-top moments and he refrains from using racial stereotypes and avoids stressing on cultural racial differences. The two romantic pairs: Smith and Mendes and James and Valletta are well chosen and the lead actors share a good chemistry. Will Smith does well in the title role, even though he makes a complete fool of himself towards the end when he's begging Sara Milas to take him back. Mendes is quite adequate. Kevin James is hilarious and he and Smith form quite the fun buddy duo. Amber Valletta is a beauty and acts decent. The final dance sequences were hilarious along with Hitch's failing attempts to impress Sara and his unsuccessful attempts at fixing up Albert with Allegra. 'Hitch' is funny and romantic enough to make for a good date-movie.