Ed Zwick directed this and shared the writing credit. In my view, the problems with this movie are his problems, as I think of him as a schlocky emotional director who makes over the top, almost romanticized films. A few examples that may help make my point: Blood Diamond, Courage Under Fire, Legends of the Fall. Each of these movies has good aspects - usually good acting, but to me they beat you over the head with their point, whether it is a tragedy or an issue. I don't enjoy that.
This time it's a romantic comedy between Jake G and Anne Hathaway, with a serious disease as a second plot. I wouldn't call it a sub-plot; it's very much part of almost every scene. There is a millionaire slacker (disgusting slob, Apatow-style) brother thrown in for comic relief. The brother's dialog is either stupid funny or enlightening, depending on the moment. Most of the dialog is just precious - very scripted clever and well delivered. There is tons of nudity, much of it gorgeous. I could look at Jake G all day, but I want less disease crap to go with the scenery. The ending is ridiculous - the typical grand gesture. I was hoping for a better movie. There are laughs here, but save it for a rental.
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