Blind Date
Blind Date

Blind Date

1989Movie78 minEnglish

Step into the world of KC Cool and his friends! These guys and gals have truly embraced the Blind Date philosophy. They set each other up with random hook ups that always end up in hot one time sex!

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users58%
Director: Blake EdwardsGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful architect is set up on a blind date with a woman who is utterly unsuitable for him, leading to a night of escalating chaos and disastrous misunderstandings. Despite their initial clashing personalities and the numerous comedic mishaps, an undeniable attraction begins to develop between them. The film follows their increasingly wild evening as they navigate a series of unfortunate events, testing the limits of their patience and their burgeoning feelings.

Critical Reception

Blind Date received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, formulaic humor, and the weak chemistry between its lead actors. While some acknowledged Blake Edwards's signature directorial style, the film was generally considered a misfire and a departure from his more successful comedies. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding the film's attempts at slapstick and romantic comedy to be largely unsuccessful.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its formulaic and predictable plot.
  • The chemistry between the leads was often described as lacking.
  • Blake Edwards's directorial efforts were overshadowed by the weak script and humor.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a generally uninspired romantic comedy, with many pointing out the lack of genuine chemistry between the stars and a predictable storyline. Some appreciated the comedic moments, but the overall sentiment was that it failed to deliver a satisfying or memorable experience.

Fun Fact

Bruce Willis reportedly ad-libbed many of his lines, which contributed to the film's improvisational feel but also sometimes clashed with the director's vision.

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