Plus One
Plus One

Plus One

2008Movie96 minRussian

After a failed marriage, Masha retreats to the sanctuary of her humble profession as a translator of serious literature. Financial difficulties force her to accept an offer to interpret during a seminar held by an English puppeteer.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users60%
Director: Mark WatersGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

When three lifelong friends find themselves struggling with their love lives just before their college reunion, they concoct a plan to bring dates to the event. Each friend aims to impress their exes and current crushes by presenting themselves as having a steady and successful relationship. However, their plan quickly spirals out of control as manufactured romances become complicated.

Critical Reception

Plus One received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised the chemistry between the lead actors and the premise's potential for humor, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the romantic comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's premise offers a few promising comedic moments, but ultimately falls flat due to a derivative plot.
  • Lead actors Topher Grace and Kate Hudson have some chemistry, but it's not enough to salvage the predictable narrative.
  • The movie struggles to find its comedic footing, often relying on tired romantic comedy tropes.

Google audience: Google users were somewhat divided, with a slight majority finding the movie enjoyable for a lighthearted watch. Many appreciated the effort from the cast, but a significant portion felt the story was uninspired and cliché.

Fun Fact

Although released in 2008, the film was shot in 2005 and had a very limited theatrical release, contributing to its low profile.

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