Movie #500 "Friends with Benefits" --- I liked this a lot! it's fast, smart and what I would term a capable comedy! The stars are winning and the laughs are plenty. I didn't think I would like it at all --- esp. since "No Strings Attached" came earlier this year and I enjoyed that, as well, and they are very much alike (ironically starring the two "Black Swan" stars from last year) It doesn't shed any light in the romantic comedy genre at all, but I don't usually expect that because there are just so many stories within this genre. It did have a few surprises, but what I think this particular movie added to this genre (in a small way) is the frank way sex is talked about, esp. in the love scenes. And one scene in particular has one of those "moments" (like in "Pretty Woman" when Julia Roberts kisses Gere on the lips for the first time), and when it has a moment like that, the love story is somewhat successful, and this is. Plus the supporting cast is goofy (just like in the old screwball comedies!) and they helped this film work. It's not a must see, but it is fun and likable!
Rate 4 stars out of 5
Friends with Benefits
(2011) R
This raucous rom-com chronicles the relationship of two busy singles, Dylan (Justin Timberlake) and Jamie (Mila Kunis), who agree to include sex in their friendship -- minus the emotions and commitment. But things get complicated when Dylan (inevitably?) falls for his gal pal. Patricia Clarkson co-stars as Jaime's hip mom and Woody Harrelson plays Dylan's practical confidante, who advises him to man up when he pursues the newly dating Jamie.
Genre: Comedies, Romantic Movies, Romantic Comedies
This movie is: Raunchy, Romantic, Feel-good
Availability: DVD and Blu-ray availability date unknown
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