The Last Kiss
The Last Kiss

The Last Kiss

2006Movie115 minEnglish

Michael has a great job, has his 4 best friends, and is in love with a beautiful girl at 30. He loves Jenna but his life seems predictable until someone else enters his life. It seems that everybody's having relationship problems.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users67%
Director: Tony GoldwynGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A 30-year-old man, Michael, is engaged to his pregnant girlfriend, Jenna, but begins to question his life choices and future. His insecurities are amplified when he meets a beautiful college student named Kim, who represents a carefree escape from his responsibilities. Michael finds himself torn between the comfort of his established life and the allure of a passionate, albeit temporary, affair.

Critical Reception

The Last Kiss received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Zach Braff's performance and the film's honest exploration of mid-life anxieties, others found the plot predictable and the characters unsympathetic. Audiences were similarly divided, with some connecting with the themes of relationship struggles and others finding the infidelity aspect difficult to stomach.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relatable exploration of commitment and mid-life crisis.
  • Criticized for its sometimes unlikable characters and predictable narrative arc.
  • Zach Braff's performance was a highlight for many reviewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent, albeit sometimes frustrating, look at relationship challenges and the fear of growing older. Many appreciated the emotional honesty, though some felt the protagonist's actions were difficult to sympathize with.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is an American remake of the 2002 Italian film 'L'ultimo bacio', which was also directed by Gabriele Muccino.

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