Cross My Heart
Cross My Heart

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Cross My Heart

1987
Movie
90 min
English

A man and a woman go out on a "big" third date. He's ashamed to admit he just lost his job, and she's afraid he'll run away if he finds out that she has a kid. Small lies lead to bigger ones and the night gets crazy very soon.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Director: Randa HainesGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A woman finds herself in a surreal, afterlife-like waiting room where she must confront her past romantic choices and decide if she can find true love. She encounters various men from her life, including a charming but unreliable ex-boyfriend and a seemingly perfect new suitor. The film explores themes of regret, self-discovery, and the complexities of romantic relationships.

Critical Reception

Cross My Heart received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found the premise intriguing but felt the execution was lacking. While some appreciated the performances, particularly from Meredith Baxter, the film was often criticized for its uneven tone and a predictable narrative. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the romantic comedy elements and others finding it too ponderous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Ponderous and uneven in tone.

  • Performances are a highlight, but the script falters.

  • Fails to deliver on its interesting premise.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Cross My Heart' are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a mixed reception, with some viewers appreciating the romantic themes and lead performance while others found the story to be slow-paced and somewhat disappointing.

Fun Fact

Meredith Baxter's portrayal of the protagonist was praised by critics for bringing a much-needed warmth to the otherwise uneven film.

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TMDB Reviews

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JPV852

JPV852

While not the best romantic plot and Martin Short was absolutely miscast in the male lead, Annette O'Toole was great and made the movie work as well as it did. I think Paul Reiser would've been better in the lead over Short... **2.5/5**