The Mating Game
The Mating Game

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The Mating Game

1999
Movie
90 min
Greek

Contemporary Greece,love affairs,curiosity for illegal romance and many scenes depicting the socioeconomic factors of life are combined to bring the climate for an entertaining movie full of hilarious moments.The girl that loves a married man, the girl that loves a homosexual and the girl that loves a doctor,the latter being very novice in sexual life.The friendship of the three girls is unique and their concerns about love and adventure are instrumental.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic49/100
Google Users65%
Director: Mark GordonGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A lonely, awkward college student named Tracy discovers that her mother, who has been estranged for years, is a ruthless businesswoman who is trying to sabotage her life. Tracy must learn to navigate the complexities of love, family, and identity while confronting her mother's manipulative schemes.

Critical Reception

The Mating Game received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its performances, particularly from Tammy Blanchard, and its attempts at humor. However, others found the plot to be predictable and the execution uneven, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the charming performances of its lead actors.

  • Criticized for a convoluted and sometimes implausible storyline.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted comedic moments despite its dramatic undertones.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the film to be a decent watch for its romantic comedy elements, with many enjoying the chemistry between the leads. Some viewers felt the story was a bit too familiar and could have benefited from more originality.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel "The Mating Game" by Alice Hoffman.

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