Love Jacked
Love Jacked

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Love Jacked

2018
Movie
100 min
English

Maya, a headstrong 28-year-old with artistic ambitions – a strong contrast to what her father Ed wants: a dutiful daughter to run the family store. Ed is shocked when Maya takes her assertions of independence a step further and decides to travel to Africa for inspiration and returns with a fiancé who is not quite what he seems.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Alki DavidGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful but workaholic businesswoman, desperate to escape a string of bad dates and her family's expectations, impulsively buys a farm in Africa. However, her plans for a quiet escape are upended when she discovers the farm is already occupied by a charming but rugged local man.

Critical Reception

Love Jacked received a largely negative reception from critics, who often found its plot predictable and its humor uninspired. Audience reception was somewhat more favorable, with some viewers appreciating its lighthearted romantic escapism and scenic African setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on tired romantic comedy tropes.

  • The chemistry between the leads is often unconvincing.

  • Despite its flaws, the picturesque South African scenery provides a visual escape.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in South Africa, utilizing the country's diverse landscapes as a backdrop for the romantic comedy.

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