BootDigest Such a frustrating disappointment

StyleSk8r At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.

Isbel A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

Scarlet The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.

the-renoir I had put off seeing this film for far too long. Initially the trailer looked great, with an amazing cast, and great director. Something just kept me from seeing it all these years. Likely culprit: ROMCOM. After seeing every episode of VEEP, and most of The Sopranos. I finally geared up to watch this film, on HBOgo. But, I failed to do so once again, always thinking I'd put it on when I couldn't decide what else to watch. Failed two times. Now I did finally watch this film, this past week in fact, on a flight. This says nothing to the quality of the film, as it was among some amazing film choices. What does speak to the quality of the film is how engaged I was throughout, on a ten inch screen. The acting and casting in this film is impeccable, to say nothing of the script and direction. I found myself tearing up a few times in fact. I won't bore you more with plot synopsis, except to say how refreshing it was to get a film about second romances, all the while losing the fantasy aspect of most romantic comedies. Having Julia Louis-Dreyfus assuming the "male" character I thought was genius. She and James have great chemistry that builds throughout the film. Everything works in the film, above all the honesty throughout. The title of the film perfectly sums up this review.

Khalida Alimirzoyeva What got my attention about this movie was firstly James Gandolfini – an actor whom I admire and respect. He passed away few years ago, but he left behind so many unforgettable characters and this film is a sweet note before his untimely death. His movies always touch my heart and one of the reasons I watch him acting is because of his great and rare talent. Now about this movie. It's very entertaining to watch. Rest assured that your time will not be wasted. You'll have a good laugh as the movie has very funny moments. Perhaps younger generation will avoid watching it, since it's more fit for older generation to watch. Many would say that this movie appeal to older crowd. The realistic conversations and situations will definitely hold your attention. The movie deals with a daily life of middle-aged people who have a lot in common i.e. kids who leave for college and both have gone through divorce. They meet at the party and by co- incidence the man she pursues to date turns out to be her new friend's ex-husband. I would address this movie to all people with different ages as this film will give you a better perspective of life in general. If you're tired of all this new fantasy, sci-fi, Hollywood action blockbusters, this is the movie for you! Actors completely lost themselves in their' roles. Acting was really great! Charming and sweet! This movie will stay in your memory for a long-term. The script and cast is so marvelous that you'll love every scene of it. I rate it 7/10.

Sarah The fact that this film has so many raving reviews is just testament to the decline in the film industry as we are served so much dross, that when we see a film which has more realistic dialogues, it is seen as amazing. I recommend people who liked this film to watch some international films where realistic dialogues are a standard.I didn't think the film was amazing. Amazing is Incendies or The Prestige or About Elly. This film is just okay, nice. I'd give it 5-and-a-half stars. The couple are nice, and the ex-wife is interesting, and things seem to just roll. It's an alright film; the type I might randomly have on my TV on a Saturday afternoon. But by no means, an amazing film that I would rave to my friends about. Nothing spectacular happens. Most of the film is seen in the trailer. And that is it. I really just do not understand the hype for this film. Is it because people are so prejudiced against the idea of developing a relationship with a slightly overweight middle-aged man that it is seen as mind-blowing when we discover that he is a nice fellow human being? As another reviewer said, watch this film without having any high expectations for it and it can be a nice watch.

lesphelps There are a number of key components that make a script or movie appealing. This movie was missing perhaps the most important element. If there isn't at least one character likable enough to make the watcher interested in finding out what happens to them, then what's the point of continuing watching.This movie not only didn't have a single stand out character, but it contained an endless series of painful emotional scenes, followed by a ho hum ending. The divorcée, who the movie centered around, behaved poorly consistently throughout the core of the movie. She possessed inadequate personal charm or redeeming characteristics to make the watcher want to forgive her poor choices.We watched it because of the ratings it received and a recommendation.When it finally, painfully, ended, we felt that we had more than wasted our time.Obviously, people who enjoy this sort of time filler are fundamentally different than us.