Movie review : When in Rome
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I like Kristen Bell; she is a doll. *When in Rome*** is charming fluff to pleasantly fill an hour **and make you want to believe in magic. Maybe. Ignore the plot holes and try to just have fun.
The film sweeps along at a swift clip with hardly any filler. Bell and Josh Duhamel have a nice, easygoing chemistry. The silly suitors (including one surprise casting) get down with their bad selves as enjoyable irritants. The Wizard of Oz ending was sappy but cute: "And without you, Dorothy, I would never have found the courage/heart/brains to become a better person."
Duhamel's buddy Puck is also a hoot in his off-kilter supporting role. Let's hope he finds a woman who appreciates Wookies.
I would have liked more scenes in Rome. Most of the film is in New York, and that was a let down. New York City - pish - done that. At least recent rom-com Leap Year treated us to a fine Irish panorama. I wanted more Rome.
Thoughtful use of the Guggenheim, though.
When in Rome earns a solid B for light hearted, silly fun with a 'different' romantic premise. It's not trying to make a statement or pretend to be something deep. The audience laughed a lot, and so did I.
Ingredients: love-struck suitor fun, amiable romantic antics, wedding chuckles. Add a pinch of art discussion and one Roman statue of Venus. Mix well with attractive leads. Serve warm, with a side of laughter.
*Okay, duty done: let's get down to what really needs to happen:* Getting Veronica Mars back. Please? Any producers listening?**
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