This film is based on the Allison Pearson book of the same name. The book is set in London and the film set in Boston. Beyond that, this film is true to the book, in that it's poorly-written, unfunny and not original. A far better film was made about the stresses, strains and juggling involved in being a working mother: and that was Baby Boom, starring Diane Keaton.
In this movie, we see Sarah Jessica Parker once again playing Carrie Bradshaw.... complete with the running in heels, the loud smoochy kisses and the lizard-tongue darting out of her mouth when she eats. SJP's acting range begins and ends with Carrie Bradshaw. SJP - same character, different movie. Over and over and over again.
Pierce Brosnan and Greg Kinnear are both charming and endearing in their roles, although I have no idea what made them sign on to this dud (particularly opposite SJP). I'm thinking boredom. Or maybe a bit of extra cash to remodel their kitchens. I have no idea.
If you want to see a more poignant, funny and charming movie about a working woman's work/life balance challenges... watch Baby Boom.
In this movie, we see Sarah Jessica Parker once again playing Carrie Bradshaw.... complete with the running in heels, the loud smoochy kisses and the lizard-tongue darting out of her mouth when she eats. SJP's acting range begins and ends with Carrie Bradshaw. SJP - same character, different movie. Over and over and over again.
Pierce Brosnan and Greg Kinnear are both charming and endearing in their roles, although I have no idea what made them sign on to this dud (particularly opposite SJP). I'm thinking boredom. Or maybe a bit of extra cash to remodel their kitchens. I have no idea.
If you want to see a more poignant, funny and charming movie about a working woman's work/life balance challenges... watch Baby Boom.