Stephan Smith

Well meaning but a bit flavorless, it is a highly predictable film replete with characters who by the end of the film-gasp- grow as people! There are well placed funny moments and some genuinely tender bits. The writing drops a few opportunities worthy of exploration that left me wondering what was the point of sitting through meaningless scenes. And then there all the numerous b-reels of a young man ice skating or strolling in a museum, that has more of a hallmark special than a motion picture. It’s a good date movie. You can talk to one another here and there, wander off to the fridge or check your email and not miss a thing. In the dying words of Millard Fillmore, “the nourishment is palatable.” And nothing more.

Beautifully art directed and sublime music. Bradley Cooper’s acting falls short as he gurgles his lines. Eventually it all comes together mostly due to the actress who plays his wife. It’s not perfect but it is beautiful to see.

A world of pure unimagination as Hollywood proves for the second time it is bereft of fresh ideas.

Worst movie since Xanadu. When we left after the puppet performed the popcorn lady said, “Pretty awful isn’t it!”