Celeste & Jesse Forever
Celeste & Jesse Forever

Celeste & Jesse Forever

2012Movie91 minEnglish

Celeste and Jesse met in high school and got married young. They laugh at the same jokes and finish each other’s sentences. They are forever linked in their friends’ minds as the perfect couple – she, a high-powered businesswoman and budding novelist; he, a free spirit who keeps things from getting boring. Their only problem is that they have decided to get divorced. Can their perfect relationship withstand this minor setback?

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users70%
Director: Lee Toland KriegerGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Celeste and Jesse are a young, hip couple living in Los Angeles who are best friends and married, but have been separated for six months. They are navigating their separation while still deeply involved in each other's lives, hoping to eventually get back together. As they try to move on and date other people, they struggle with the lingering feelings and the fear of losing the unique bond they share, leading to comedic and poignant moments.

Critical Reception

Celeste & Jesse Forever received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its honest portrayal of modern relationships, its humor, and the performances of its lead actors. The film was noted for its refreshing take on the romantic comedy genre, offering a more nuanced and realistic depiction of love and friendship.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp writing and relatable exploration of a modern relationship.
  • The chemistry between Rashida Jones and Andy Samberg is a standout element.
  • Offers a refreshingly mature and complex look at love and friendship post-breakup.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's honest and often humorous look at a complicated relationship. Many found the performances by Rashida Jones and Andy Samberg to be compelling and relatable, even if some wished the ending was more definitive.

Fun Fact

Rashida Jones, who also co-wrote the screenplay, based much of the film's premise on her own experiences with friendships that were difficult to let go of.

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Austin Singleton

Austin Singleton

Romantic Comedy that strays from the same beats as most in that genre. Read my full review here. http://www.hweird1reviews.com/allreviews/celeste-jesse-forever