Housesitter

An unmarried architect, Newton Davis, is building a dream house for his girlfriend, Becky. After Newton is rejected by Becky, he drunkenly tells a charming waitress, Gwen, about his troubles and his unfinished house. Gwen then travels to Newton's hometown and, seeing an opportunity, convinces his friends and family that she is Newton's wife. Gwen's elaborate charade begins to unravel as Newton returns and must deal with the consequences of her deception.

Housesitter was a box office success, but received mixed reviews from critics. While many praised the comedic performances of Steve Martin and Goldie Hawn, some found the plot to be predictable and the humor to be occasionally forced.

• Goldie Hawn and Steve Martin deliver charming performances that elevate the material.
• The film's premise is amusing, but the execution can be somewhat formulaic.
• While predictable, the movie provides lighthearted entertainment and satisfying comedic moments.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the chemistry between Steve Martin and Goldie Hawn and found the movie to be a light and funny romantic comedy. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit unbelievable but were entertained by the leads' comedic talents.

The character of Gwen Banks was originally conceived as a more manipulative and less sympathetic figure, but Goldie Hawn's performance brought a warmth and charm that made her more likable and integral to the film's success.