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A Case of You
Young writer Sam has a crush on Birdie, the cute and quirky barista at his local coffee shop. When his conventional attempts to woo her crash and burn, he takes his efforts online, creating an Internet profile embellished with all of the details that would make him Birdie’s dream guy. When the harebrained scheme is a surprise success and Birdie falls for his exaggerated alter ego, Sam must keep up the act or lose his dream girl forever.
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Plot Summary
An aspiring writer struggles to find inspiration and meaningful connections in New York City. He revisits his past relationships and creative endeavors, hoping to find the missing piece to his life and career. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the artistic process as he navigates his complicated romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
A Case of You received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Justin Long and Evan Rachel Wood. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable or overly sentimental. The film was generally seen as a charming, if not groundbreaking, romantic dramedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the chemistry and performances of its lead actors, Justin Long and Evan Rachel Wood.
Appreciated for its earnest exploration of modern romance and the creative struggle.
Criticized by some for a conventional plot and a lack of fresh insights into the genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's charming performances and relatable themes of love and career aspirations. Many viewers found it to be a sweet and enjoyable romantic comedy, though a portion felt it was a bit too familiar.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Marjorie' and underwent several title changes before settling on 'A Case of You'.
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