Lots and lots of charm, if nothing else

Rating: 7/10 (29 May 1999)

This is a fairy-tale, with a twist, as it is a romantic comedy that will stimulate the cortex of men everywhere who fantasize about being the normal guy who wins the princess. It's about as realistic as Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, but Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant ooze so much charm that it was tough to resist. Just sit back, smile and go with it, and ignore it's predictable, creaky construction. At least Hugh Grant doesn't stammer