Down with Love
Down with Love

Down with Love

2003Movie102 minEnglish

In 1962 New York City, love blossoms between a playboy journalist and a feminist advice author.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes63%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users71%
Director: Peyton ReedGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1960s New York, Barbara Novak, a staunch feminist author, publishes a book advocating women's independence from men and love. Her publisher insists she go on a publicity tour to promote the book, and a dashing journalist, Catcher Block, poses as a "never-been-laid" man to get close to her and expose her. As Block tries to win her over with his fake persona, Novak finds herself falling for him, complicating her own feminist ideals.

Critical Reception

Down with Love received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish visuals, witty script, and the chemistry between its leads. While some found the plot predictable, the film's humor and faithful homage to classic romantic comedies were widely appreciated by audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually stunning 1960s aesthetic and clever, rapid-fire dialogue.
  • Renée Zellweger and Ewan McGregor's sparkling chemistry is a major highlight.
  • Some critics found the plot formulaic, but most enjoyed its playful and satirical take on romantic comedy tropes.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's retro charm, humor, and the strong performances of Zellweger and McGregor. Many found it a fun and lighthearted romantic comedy that successfully captured the spirit of its era.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for Renée Zellweger.

Fun Fact

The film's elaborate set designs and costumes were meticulously crafted to authentically recreate the look and feel of the early 1960s, with particular attention paid to the fashion and interior design trends of the era.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Lampooning those Doris Day romcoms with Renée Zellweger and Ewan McGregor**_ In 1962, a lovely Maine author of a progressive female advice tome (Renée Zellweger) travels to New York City to publish her book whereupon an infamous play...