Desperate But Not Serious
Lily is a twenty-something aspiring writer who receives an invitation to attend a wedding reception with Jonathan, a handsome entomologist who also happens to be the man of her dreams. The only problem is that she's in San Francisco and the wedding is in L.A. Lily is therefore forced to enlist the aid of her friend Frances, an unrepentant party girl who has the L.A. nightclub scene wired. Their plans are completely derailed when they inadvertently lose the all important wedding invitation. This sets in motion an evening full of near misses with Jonathan, and thrusts Lily and Frances into a swarm of offbeat encounters with the underground Hollywood crowd. Off they go from club to club, from party to party and from boy to boy in an effort to find the wedding reception.
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Plot Summary
A young girl, frustrated by her parents' constant arguing, devises a plan to bring them together by faking a relationship with a man she meets on the internet. However, her scheme quickly spirals out of control when her parents become genuinely interested in the man she's invented.
Critical Reception
The film received generally lukewarm reviews, with critics finding its premise somewhat predictable and the execution lacking originality. While some appreciated the youthful perspective and lighthearted approach to complex family issues, others felt the storyline was too simplistic and failed to fully develop its characters or themes.
What Reviewers Say
- The film offers a cute, if predictable, premise about family dynamics.
- While the young lead performance is adequate, the overall story struggles to find its footing.
- Lacks the depth and humor to stand out in the crowded romantic comedy genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was one of Tamra Davis's directorial efforts during a period where she was also active in directing music videos for major artists.
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