SPOILERS Movie stars are well known for sometimes being spoilt individuals. They can also have a sense of humour sometimes. Poking fun at the whole idea of a spoilt star, this 2001 comedy is a sweet, romantic comedy with some great lines and which is never afraid to have a laugh at Hollywood's expense.
Cinema's number one couple have split up. With Gwen Harrison (Catherine Zeta Jones) now living with a Spanish idiot and Eddie Thomas (John Cusack) in a mental retreat, things are far from perfect. Promotions expert Lee Phillips (Billy Crystal) has a film to promote however, and whether the two hate each other or not, Phillips is going to do everything in his power to bring America's Sweethearts back together.
As far as romantic comedies go, this film is relatively standard and well made. Making fun out of the Hollywood dream couple, it thrives on superb performances by a well constructed cast. Catherine Zeta Jones in particular is great as the spoilt and self obsessed Gwen.
The best thing about "America's Sweethearts" is the fun performance by Billy Crystal. Never to everyone's liking, Crystal has always been a master at wit and one off lines. in this film, like so many others, he comes out with some truly inspiring lines which hit the spot and make you laugh out loud.
In fact, aside from the amazing performances, there's little else to be said about "America's Sweethearts". It's purely about the acting and for that we should be thankful.
Led by wonderful performances by Zeta Jones and Crystal, "America's Sweethearts" is brilliant because of the way it pokes fun at Hollywood and it's spoilt stars. As romantic comedies go, it's an average affair, but for so many good lines, it's hilarious. Fun and enjoyable.
Cinema's number one couple have split up. With Gwen Harrison (Catherine Zeta Jones) now living with a Spanish idiot and Eddie Thomas (John Cusack) in a mental retreat, things are far from perfect. Promotions expert Lee Phillips (Billy Crystal) has a film to promote however, and whether the two hate each other or not, Phillips is going to do everything in his power to bring America's Sweethearts back together.
As far as romantic comedies go, this film is relatively standard and well made. Making fun out of the Hollywood dream couple, it thrives on superb performances by a well constructed cast. Catherine Zeta Jones in particular is great as the spoilt and self obsessed Gwen.
The best thing about "America's Sweethearts" is the fun performance by Billy Crystal. Never to everyone's liking, Crystal has always been a master at wit and one off lines. in this film, like so many others, he comes out with some truly inspiring lines which hit the spot and make you laugh out loud.
In fact, aside from the amazing performances, there's little else to be said about "America's Sweethearts". It's purely about the acting and for that we should be thankful.
Led by wonderful performances by Zeta Jones and Crystal, "America's Sweethearts" is brilliant because of the way it pokes fun at Hollywood and it's spoilt stars. As romantic comedies go, it's an average affair, but for so many good lines, it's hilarious. Fun and enjoyable.