A pleasant romantic comedy

Rating: 7/10 (22 June 2007)

I didn't know what to expect out of Music and Lyrics, from the trailer, it just looked like a rental where you might enjoy it, but it looked a little too cheesy. But I rented it recently and watched it, it was actually a pretty cute movie that over all I have to say that I was impressed with. Hugh and Drew were just absolutely adorable together and the story was so sweet, they really made it work. Because it could have been over the top cheesy, but due to a great director and these two terrific actors, you'll find yourself enjoying it.
Alex Fletcher, he was huge in the 80's with his mega boy band phenomenon, PoP! But now in 2007, there's no room for him, he's a has been. But there is a new hot artist who loves him, Cora Corman, she wants him to write a song and sing it with her. This is the chance for him to get back onto the scene instead of constantly singing at small fairs and high school reunions. A girl, Sophie, who is taking care of his plants starts to sing a little with Alex, and he realizes she's his ticket to a hit song. Together they come up with a great duet and find themselves loving each other. But Alex may have to sacrifice certain things if he wants to be back on top.
Despite the fact that it is predictable in some ways, the story is a romantic one that I'm sure anyone could enjoy. It has good clean humor, which was a pleasant surprise for once, I absolutely loved Kirsten Johnston's character, Sophie's sister, she was so funny. She delivered that line "Gary! I'm going out!" so perfectly, it got a great laugh from me and my mom. I would recommend this for an afternoon movie, I think you'll like it.
7/10