Wowie! Hilarious feel-good-movie

Rating: 9/10 (25 February 2007)

Okay, total Hugh Grant movie, but one of his better ones. It's not all about the romance, but mostly about the music. It's hilarious, Grant is unbelievably funny and he (as Drew) has a perfect timing. The numerous funny lines keep you laughing throughout the movie. The music is cool, totally believable and I was surprised to hear those songs and actually love them all. *soo buying the soundtrack* Hugh's voice is a bit high in some songs, but especially when he sings in a lower voice, it's a pleasure to listen to him. His playing-the-piano-scenes are great. Okay, I'll admit it: I love Hugh Grant in this movie. Hilarious, believable and cute.
Drew Barrymore was really good as well, I hadn't seen much of her, but she's cool. Funny, weird character and very lovable. She has good chemistry with Hugh.
Newcomer Halley Bennett had some really funny lines, especially in the beginning which make you see the superficiality of the music industry today. The movie makes fun of it and still portrays it in a way that makes everybody recognise it and therefore believe it. Halley is doing a great job and I can see how she'd be a superstar (even though her character's weird. But all stars are weird these days, so that's just fine).
Last remarkable actor was Sophie's older sister. Her first entrance made me love her immediately. The character is a bit stereotypical (:-S), but funny. Drew's storyline with her as with her children is nice to see.
This movie is worth your money, mainly because of the actors. The story is okay, not really outstanding or whatever, but good. The actors and the music make this movie great and make you leave with a happy feeling and some new songs in your head.