Love & Sex

Poor Famke Janssen just can't find Mr. Right! This film, supposedly a 'funny' take on relationships, may do more to promote celibacy than any film since 'Mr. Wrong'! As she bounces like a pinball from one screw-up to another, you may find yourself wanting to fast-forward the film to the decent guy she HAS to find, at SOME point...but SURPRISE! you probably won't like her FINAL decision, either! I sat slack-jawed, and needed a stiff drink after THIS turkey! She says, early in the film, that she's better at giving oral sex than at understanding a loving relationship; if this is the extent of her knowledge of men, no WONDER she has problems! When the BEST part of a 95-minute film is a one-minute cameo by David Schwimmer, you know you're in trouble! Watch 'Splendor', it's LIGHTYEARS better!

This movie contained so many truism's in some exaggerated scenarios, but the blend made for moments that you could identify with and others that were for sheer entertainment value. If you have ever dated,fallen in love, and wondered if you would find "the one" this movie takes you down this road for an enjoyable trip!!! The lead character Kate is definitely a woman who is letting her 'inner child'take the lead when it comes to dating...that is until she meets Adam. He is unconventional, honest, and has a great sense of humor--so naturally he is her new best friend. The friendship, relationship, and appreciation they have for one another makes you evaluate the quality of relationships; and as a result you either appreciate what kind of relationships you have or long for what you could have. A movie that will make you think & giggle!

I absolutely love this movie. It is sweet, funny and clever. I came across on HBO one night and loved it. I git right on-line and bought and watch it whenever I see it on HBO again. Famke Janssen is great, Jon Favreau is perfect and Josh Hopkins is pricelessly funny. This movie makes me happy every time I see it.

As much as many people would like to bash this movie, obviously there NOT a female and they HAVEN'T lived in this decade. The trial to find a good man and "mr. right" hangs in the midst of every day, and the way they have portrayed this is very close to the truth. Ok so a lil extravagant, what are the odds that she dates the actor of her ex boyfriends fave movie, she refused to see? But ok, its a movie, and a lot of things in life, ecspecially in relationships will have you sayin, "What are the odds?". Things happen weirdly and the way it was delivered in this movie was beautiful. It shows the glory of love, and the cute quips one may have, it shows how people REALLY get along when they live with eachother. They show life isn't a fairy tale, and it deems the truth of it. Overall, as bad as her morals were, but whose are good these days anyways but your grandmother, I think this is a worthwhile movie, at least for a chic nite.

'Love & Sex' follows the old formula of romantic comedies and this one does not have the unique charm that many likable romantic comedies have. It starts off well and there are some funny moments but at some places it really drags. Janssen and Favreau have a good chemistry. However, Janssen doesn't seem quite comfortable with comedy. She's otherwise adequate. Favreau is not at his best either but he's quite good. I have liked them in other movie but here they seem to be let down by a poor script. The supporting cast do not leave much of an impression though David Schwimmer makes a brief but hilarious appearance. 'Love & Sex' is quite an average flick that does manage to draw a few chuckles. Watch it if you have nothing better to see.

"Love and Sex" is an earnest effort in every respect. Janssen and Favreau play well off each other, the film has a clever script, some creative segues, and is is technically and artistically well done. The film's luke warm reception by critics and audience is probably due to it's failure to bring something fresh and new to the most challenging of genres; the tired, overworked romantic comedy.