I couldn't believe it, but I actually liked this movie!

Rating: 9/10 (30 May 2005)

I waited for this movie to come out on video, because, although it sounded somewhat interesting, I was not about to waste $7.50 on some chick flick. However once I got it home and watched it, I was pleasantly surprised. Although the plot was somewhat predictable, there were some surprises from many characters. I expected both Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson to be annoying, but they acted supremely well, and the bar scene with the impromptu karaoke was, although painful to watch and listen to, hilarious in its own way. The only flaw in this movie was its apparent lack of creativity in most of the "tender" scenes. I mean, come on, falling in love with the guy after you meet his parents?! Jeez. However, despite its shortcomings in some areas, this movie is truly enjoyable, and I encourage those of you who don't know whether or not to see this movie to go and watch it, because it is a very good romantic comedy.