Barefoot

Jay Wheeler, a reckless black-sheep son of a wealthy family, is deep in debt to a loan shark. To avoid serious trouble, he needs to bring a girlfriend to his brother's wedding. He finds Daisy Kensington, a young woman with a troubled past who is about to be released from a psychiatric hospital, and convinces her to pose as his girlfriend. Their charade soon leads to unexpected complications and genuine feelings.

Barefoot received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was slightly more favorable, appreciating the chemistry between the leads and the lighthearted romantic comedy elements, though some found it too formulaic.

• Critics found the film's premise tired and its execution uninspired.

• The romantic chemistry between the lead actors was often cited as a positive, despite the weak script.

• Many reviewers felt the film relied too heavily on predictable romantic comedy tropes.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Barefoot' to be an enjoyable and sweet romantic comedy, appreciating the performances of Evan Rachel Wood and Scott Speedman. While some acknowledged its predictability, many felt it was a charming and feel-good movie for a casual watch.

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The film is a remake of the 2005 German film 'Barfuss'.