Isn't It Romantic
Isn't It Romantic

Isn't It Romantic

2019Movie88 minEnglish

For a long time, Natalie, an Australian architect living in New York City, had always believed that what she had seen in rom-coms is all fantasy. But after thwarting a mugger at a subway station only to be knocked out while fleeing, Natalie wakes up and discovers that her life has suddenly become her worst nightmare—a romantic comedy—and she is the leading lady.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users73%
Director: Todd Strauss-SchulsonGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

A cynical New York architect finds herself trapped in a bizarre alternate reality where her life has inexplicably transformed into a cliché-ridden romantic comedy. Struggling to navigate this saccharine world, she must find a way to break free and return to her own reality, all while dealing with over-the-top romantic tropes and unexpected suitors.

Critical Reception

The film was generally well-received by critics and audiences, who praised its meta-commentary on romantic comedies, its humor, and Rebel Wilson's performance. While some found the plot predictable, the overall consensus pointed to it being a refreshing and funny take on the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever deconstruction of romantic comedy tropes.
  • Rebel Wilson's comedic timing and performance were highlighted as a major strength.
  • The film's humor and meta-commentary were seen as refreshing and entertaining.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the movie to be a fun and funny parody of rom-coms, with many appreciating Rebel Wilson's lead performance and the film's witty take on genre conventions. Some viewers felt the plot could be more original, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The film's star, Rebel Wilson, also served as an executive producer.

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Gimly

Gimly

I like the "trapped inside a movie/tv show" concept. I've seen it done better elsewhere, but it's still pretty good here. And I very much enjoyed the way it plays out at the end. Actually I think the last time I was this warm on a romcom, i...