The Object of My Affection
The Object of My Affection

The Object of My Affection

1998Movie111 minEnglish

A pregnant New York social worker begins to develop romantic feelings for her gay best friend, and decides she'd rather raise her child with him, much to the dismay of her overbearing boyfriend.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users73%
Director: Nicholas HytnerGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Nina Borowski, a New York social worker, discovers her fiancé is having an affair with a man. In the process, she forms a close friendship with her gay neighbor, George Hanson. As their bond deepens, Nina finds herself falling in love with George, despite his sexual orientation, creating a complex emotional triangle.

Critical Reception

The Object of My Affection was generally met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised the performances of Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd, as well as the film's handling of its themes. Audience reception was also somewhat divided, with some appreciating the unconventional romance and others finding the premise less compelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the charming chemistry between its leads, particularly Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd.
  • Appreciated for its sensitive portrayal of friendship and unconventional romantic feelings.
  • Some critics found the storyline predictable or felt it didn't fully explore the complexities of its themes.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's lighthearted tone and the performances of Aniston and Rudd. Some viewers found the central relationship heartwarming, while others felt the plot was somewhat conventional.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Paul Rudd's audition for the role of George Hanson involved him improvising a scene with Jennifer Aniston, which impressed the casting directors with their immediate chemistry.

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