Role/Play
Role/Play

Movie spotlight

Role/Play

2010
Movie
85 min
English

A recently outed soap opera actor crosses paths with a recently divorced gay marriage activist, forcing them to confront the price of fame and the fickle nature of celebrity within the gay community.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users52%
Director: Michael HoffmanGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A couple, Emma and Dave, agree to an open relationship as a way to spice things up, but their newfound freedom leads to unexpected complications and challenges as they navigate jealousy and their true feelings for each other.

Critical Reception

Role/Play received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and lack of originality. While some appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors, many found the film to be a superficial exploration of its themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's exploration of open relationships is shallow and uninspired.

  • Gwenyth Paltrow and Hank Azaria have some chemistry, but it's not enough to save the movie.

  • Predictable plot twists and a lack of genuine emotional depth mar the experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some finding the premise interesting and the performances likable, while others criticize the movie for its predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters, feeling it doesn't fully deliver on its potential.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Ten Best Days of My Life' before being changed to 'Role/Play'.

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