Kissing Strangers
Kissing Strangers

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Kissing Strangers

2010
Movie
102 min
English

Max Burns and his friends Dean and Tom make a bet who can kiss the better looking girl on Saturday night. Max seeks a stereotype trophy blonde and along the way befriends a barista, Allison a plain-jane artist. Max and Allison's budding friendship shows promise, but, peer pressure, hijinxs and a bet winning mystery woman put Max in a compromising position.

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IMDb5.5/10
Google Users65%
Director: J.P. ShankoffGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Two strangers, a charming but commitment-phobic travel writer and a driven career woman, find themselves on a bumpy flight that is forced to make an emergency landing. Stranded in a small town and with no immediate hope of rescue, they are forced to rely on each other to navigate the quirky local customs and eccentric residents, all while an undeniable spark begins to ignite between them.

Critical Reception

Kissing Strangers received a lukewarm reception from critics, who found it to be a formulaic romantic comedy that offered little in the way of originality. Audiences, however, found it to be a lighthearted and charming diversion, with many appreciating the chemistry between the lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but pleasant romantic comedy.

  • The leads have good chemistry, making the predictable plot more enjoyable.

  • Relies heavily on rom-com tropes without adding much new to the genre.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's lighthearted tone and the romance between the main characters. Many found it to be a sweet and easy watch, though some noted its lack of originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the small town of Sisters, Oregon, adding to its quaint and isolated atmosphere.

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