Las cumpleañeras
Las cumpleañeras

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Las cumpleañeras

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Spanish

Roberto must choose between desire and love when two women he is involved with celebrate their birthdays on the same night.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes21%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Jonathan LynnGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

The story follows three childhood best friends who reunite to fulfill a pact they made years ago: to marry before they turn 25. As they navigate dating disasters and career challenges in New York City, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, love, and self-discovery.

Critical Reception

Las cumpleañeras received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its humor predictable and its plot formulaic. While some appreciated the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Brittany Murphy, the film was often criticized for its lack of originality and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Predictable plot and humor that relies too heavily on stereotypes.

  • Brittany Murphy delivers a charming performance, but it's not enough to save the film.

  • A formulaic romantic comedy that offers little in the way of surprise or depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed-to-positive reception, with many viewers enjoying the lighthearted and feel-good nature of the film. Some found it to be a fun and relatable romantic comedy, while others felt it was too clichéd and lacked substance.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Bacherette Party' before being changed to 'Las cumpleañeras' for its Spanish-speaking market release.

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