Second Time Lucky
Second Time Lucky

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Second Time Lucky

1984
Movie
101 min
English

In the beginning the Devil made a bet with God. The Devil backed Eve, God backed Adam. What would have happened to love and sex if Adam hadn't taken the bite?

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Michael T. WhiteGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful, but work-obsessed businesswoman finds her life turned upside down when she is unexpectedly fired. With her career in ruins and her personal life equally complicated, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, hoping to find love and fulfillment outside the corporate world. Her path leads her to unexpected places and people, challenging her preconceived notions about success and happiness.

Critical Reception

Second Time Lucky received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor uninspired. While some acknowledged the charm of its lead actress, the film was largely seen as a formulaic romantic comedy that failed to offer anything new to the genre. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the 1980s rom-com landscape.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Jane Seymour's performance but criticized for a formulaic and predictable plot.

  • Seen as a by-the-numbers romantic comedy that offers little originality.

  • Humor was often found to be weak and unengaging.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Second Time Lucky' are scarce, but those available suggest a general sentiment of mild disappointment. Viewers often found the film to be a harmless but unmemorable romantic comedy, with some appreciating the lead performances while others felt the story lacked substance and comedic punch.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Second Time Around' by Joan Hohl.

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