
Cute, but could Julia be ANYMORE annoying here?
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
Julia Roberts' character is supposed to get under your skin. And boy does it. In this movie, Brad Pitt plays her boyfriend, and the two of them have been in couples therapy trying to resolve some of their issues. In the meantime, though, Brad has some shady business to deal with that might involve some serious consequences. Roberts' character doesn't understand, and is completely unaccepting of anything that gets in the way of their relationship. Her annoying nagging and yelling make you wonder what he's doing with her in the first place!
A few minutes into the film, Roberts is kidnapped by those trying to manipulate her boyfriend. Her kidnapper, played by James Gandolfini, is soon won over by her sentimental banter. He empathizes with her, and she with him. It's a great subplot that provides roaring entertainment.
Another subplot is a flashback of an old Mexican town, complete with folk story. The story here is absolutely hysterical and in itself makes the movie worth watching.
Although not the best Pitt or Roberts movie made, it is entertaining and more of a crowd-pleaser. Could be seen by families with older children and/or visiting relatives.
Review ID: 10000000001856740

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