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Jul 27, 2011
- by 2_TwoJewsOnFilm
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'Crazy Stupid Love' written by Dan Fogelman (Cars) opens with a shot of two sets of feet underneath a table in a restaurant. The feet belong to Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) and his wife Emily (Julianne Moore) Their feet are very far apart from one another...which tells us...something is not quite right with this couple.
As Cal studies the menu, he says to his wife...'Let's shout out on three what we want' But before he gets to three, Emily blurts out...'I want a divorce'. Not exactly what Cal was expecting.
Cal, up to now, has been living the 'American Dream'...great kids, nice house, good job...Cal's been married to Emily since high school and she's the only woman he's ever slept with. Quickly he's life starts to unravel.
Cal moves out, gets a small apartment and spends his evenings in a local hip bar. Night after night, he drowns his sorrows in alcohol, telling no one in particular, that his wife had intercourse with her co-worker, David Lindhagen (Kevin Bacon) and she wants a divorce.
Also at the bar, is a very handsome 30ish, big time player...Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling). Jacob, using some of the most cheezy pick-up lines you've ever heard, manages to go home with a different hot, sexy, gorgeous woman every night.
One night, fed up with Cal's non stop whining, Jacob goes up to him and says...'Cal you've got a kind face...You've got a good head of hair...I'm going to help you rediscover your manhood'.
First stop...Century City Mall, where Jacob picks out a whole new wardrobe for Cal...Followed by a new 'do', (forget Super Cuts) and a facial to get rid of his eye pouches.
After studying Jacob's moves, Cal is ready to go out there and score. And does he ever, starting with the over-the-top, hysterically funny, Marisa Tomei.
What makes 'Crazy Stupid Love' such a unique romantic comedy is that shows us how three different generations experience love.
Besides Cal and Emily's story, we have their son, Robbie (Jonah Bobo) who is hopelessly in love with his babysitter, 17 year old Jessica (Analeigh Taylor). Meanwhile, Jessica is in love with Cal.
Then of course there's Jacob who thinks love is the last thing he wants...until he meets Hannah (Emma Stone)
'Crazy Stupid Love' takes us on a journey with these very real characters. And most of all, the film shows us how stupid, crazy and messy love can be...And at the same time, it's something everyone wants...whether people know it or not.
The 'Two Jews On Film' who have been madly in love for twenty years, once again disagree, but I guess that just proves...opposites attract.
'Crazy Stupid Love' is directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa (I Love You Phillip Morris)
The film opens in theaters Friday July 30, 2011.
By Joan Alperin Schwartz
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FM_ALEX
August 04, 2011
I am sure I will eventually see this, excellent and fun review as always.
2_TwoJewsOnFilm
August 04, 2011
Thanks so much. Yes don't miss this one.
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woopak_the_thrill
July 27, 2011
very fun review! I love the cast so chances are I'll see this at some point, even though I am not big on rom-coms. Madly in love for 20 years? awesome!
2_TwoJewsOnFilm
July 27, 2011
Thanks alot. Our review for Cowboys and Aliens is coming up tonight. Hint - One of us thought it was absolutely fantastic
woopak_the_thrill
July 27, 2011
awesome!! I am eager to read it. The one who liked it was you right, Joan? Just do the same way you always do to post your reviews, I'll fix the topic if need be. I'll stand by tonight.
2_TwoJewsOnFilm
July 27, 2011
you got it.
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Scotman
July 27, 2011
Good review. I think I'll stay single, LOL. Rom-Coms are not really my thing but it sounds like a decent film.
2_TwoJewsOnFilm
July 27, 2011
Thanks Scot. It is a chick film...LOL
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As comedies go, I think this is probably one of the better ones you will see this year. Steve Carell plays Cal, a husband who splits from his high school sweetheart, played by Julianne Moore, after she cheats. Hanging out in single bars every nights he sees this ladies man played by Ryan Gosling successfully pick up numerous women, while he says out loud to anyone who will listen, 'my wife cheated on me with xxxx.' Meanwhile his teenage son has the … more
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**1/2 out of **** "Crazy, Stupid, Love" is a new romantic comedy that attempts to bend the rules of what seems like a perfectly typical (and complicated) love story. I'll openly admit that - while the results are undeniably entertaining and the film is a pleasant ride throughout - I was left desiring something more. The film, which is at first sight a well-cast and sweet effort for its kind, could be compared to a fine meal claiming to be composed of foreign cuisine; basically, … more
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CRAZY STUPID LOVE Written by Dan Fogelman Directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa Starring Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone Jacob: Be better than the Gap. Well, I’ll give them “crazy” and “stupid” but that’s pretty much where the love stops for me. CRAZY STUPID LOVE is yet another romantic comedy that gets lost in all the crazy highs and stupid lows we have all come to associate with that elusive and all encompassing … more
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The movie opens with the heartbreak that drives the rest of the movie. Cal played by Steve Carell learns in the middle of a packed restaurant that his marriage is about to end and his wife Emily, played by Julianne Moore, cheated on him with a co-worker. This is not the start to the romantic comedy that we are used to, and from here it could go anywhere. They decide to keep the movie in the comedic wheel house but not without a few dramatic moments. There is a lot jammed … more
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Star Rating: Crazy, Stupid, Love. is very much a movie, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. The fact that it’s so innately cinematic, however, ultimately diminished my ability to appreciate it on a deeper level. This is somewhat disappointing because there are select moments so well written and performed that they show a great deal of intelligence and warmth on the part of directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa and screenwriter Dan Fogelman … more
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There’s always something I can find to love in a romantic comedy. I can always appreciate the sense of wish fulfillment, the authentic sweetness of some, or just how, well, love-able some of the characters can be. In Crazy, Stupid, Love’s case, it’s all three. Crazy Stupid Love (or “CSL” as it’s going to be known for the rest of this review) is, at times, predictable and it’s a film that by all means plays to the romantic comedy tropes, but it’s also … more
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My husband (creator of the cult classic films FACES OF DEATH) andmyself (actress/screenwriter) are ex New Yorkers, see alot of films and usually disagree. So our friends decided that we need a review … more
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Cast:
Kevin Bacon,
Steve Carell,
Julianne Moore,
Ryan Gosling,
Marisa Tomei,
John Carroll Lynch,
Liza Lapira,
Joey King,
Emma Stone,
Crystal Reed
Director:
Glenn Ficarra,
John Requa
Genre:
Comedy,
Drama,
Romance
Release Date:
29 July 2011 (USA)
MPAA Rating:
PG-13
Screen Writer:
Dan Fogelman
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