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Hitch (PG-13, 2005)

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Will Smith charms again; best for teens and up.

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Parents need to know that there is some strong language (one f-word), alcohol (including drinking as a response to a bad day), and sexual situations and references. But parents should also know that this movie comes down very strongly on the side of romance. It takes kissing very seriously. A couple who have a one-night stand are very unhappy with the outcome (for different reasons) and there is a character who sexually exploits women whose behavior is portrayed as reprehensible. The focus of this movie is on romance and lasting love. Another strength of the movie is its color-blind casting with diverse characters sharing friendships and romantic relationships.

Positive messages: A strength of the movie is colorblind romantic relationships and friendships.
Violence: Comic peril.
Sex: Sexual references and situations.
Language: Some strong language, one f-word.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Social drinking, drinking as a response to stress.
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Families can talk about how it can be nerve-wracking to try to make a good impression on the opposite sex, especially someone who seems very desirable. What do you think of Hitch's rules and advice? They could also talk about the idea that you should "begin each day as if it were on purpose." What does it mean to be "all about the short game?"

What's the story?

What's the story?
This romantic comedy centers on date doctor Alex "Hitch" Hitchens (Will Smith), who advises men on how to appeal to the women of their dreams. He gives them tips on grooming and attire, reminds them to listen and respond, coaching them on just about everything. Hitch has it all figured out -- for other guys. His heart was broken once and he's never risked it again. Hitch's current assignment is a nebbishy accountant (Kevin James) who is in love with a beautiful heiress (Amber Valetta), whose love life is constantly documented by cynical, dubious gossip columnist Sarah (Eva Mendes). Meanwhile, unaware of Hitch's connection to the couple, Sarah goes on two dates with him, both of which develop serious, uh, hitches along the way.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
It's all familiar romantic comedy territory -- evasions, followed by complications, humiliations, the course of true love not running smoothly, and then...a bit more smoothly. And then not smoothly again. Kevin James is wonderfully sweet and funny. His uninhibited dance is sublime, but so is the look on his face when he hands the heiress a pen, almost overcome by the thrill of giving her something.

The movie's biggest asset is Smith, who has everything it takes to be a romantic comedy superstar. His timing is perfection and he masters all kinds of comedy -- physical and verbal, high and low. No one is better at talking to the camera than he is. Mendes' lackluster performance is the result of a faulty script that leaves promising set-ups unfinished to pursue less interesting ideas. If it does not knock it out of the park, it at least qualifies as a triple, a pleasant date movie with one great performer, several laughs, and a couple of smiles.

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Movie Details
Studio: Sony Pictures
Director: Andy Tennant
Cast: Eva Mendes, Kevin James, Will Smith
Genre: Comedy
Run time: 115 minutes
Theatrical release: February 11, 2005
DVD release: June 14, 2005
MPAA Rating: PG-13
MPAA explanation: language and some strong sexual references
This review was written by Nell Minow
 
 

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uhya
teen, 13 years old
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funny
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awesome boy 2
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iffy for ages 14-17
this movie is a strange will smith comedy so there there is a gross situaition in it.
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moviemadness
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Cute Romcom Has Heart
I was pretty surprised by this film. A romcom about a date doctor and a gossip columnist really has the potential to go horribly, horribly wrong. Hitch didn't, though -it's great. The movie is full of sweet moments, silly situations, and packs a great lesson about true love. The main character helps genuinely good men spruce up their images and hone their people skills to present the best image possible to the women they love. The emphasis is placed on what makes a good relationship last (friendship, respect, compatibility, and affection). There is little iffy stuff, and the characters who do exhibit disrespectful sexual behavior are portrayed negatively and get their comeuppance. Aside from some swearing, a few innuendoes, and some drinking, Hitch is a great movie for tweens and teens.
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bieber_fever55
teen, 18 years old
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Watch It For Funny Romance & Irony
Hitch is a great movie, and is so funny if you're a Kevin James fan. He dances, and does the Q-Tip. :) Will Smith helps him find a girl, and ends up finding love himself. There is a small love circle and the love doctor himself, Will Smith, catches himself in the middle of a bad love situation. I wouldn't recommend the sexual bravado for anyone under 13. However if you are 13 or over, it's great and has a lot of funny irony and Will Smith is GREAT with Kevin James.
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Totally500
teen, 15 years old
13
 
hitch it and love it
when did will smith become love expert but anyway this movie was really funny and charming
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sprice
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I laughed alot!
This was a great comedy. Only inappropriate for kids under 13, maybe 12 because they might be bored with the plot. Refreshingly void of explicit scenes & takes a much more traditional approach toward casual sex (viewing it as scummy).
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kingaroo
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Date movie, okay for little brothers
I was surprised my 9 and 12 y o boys enjoyed this at all. There was enough physical comedy and silliness to make them sit through that icky kissing and romance stuff. I had to explain some of the character's feelings and motives to them.
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Bellusverumi
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This movie has it's funny parts. However there was one scene where a woman's photo in a newspaper shown the side of her breasts although it didn't mention nudity. If I was checking on a movie to make sure it's appropriate I would like to know that detail in the movie in order for me to make that decision to let my kids watch it. Overall, the movie wasn't too bad and I think the appropriate age would be 13 years old.
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everythingisAOK
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funny
this movie pretty funny. i really enjoyed seeing a different side of will smith. this movie is funny, romance. though some people tend to be shocked when there is sexual content, and language. but the thing is it is all around us and in what we read.
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dudelydad2
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great....
i was told that most guys wouldn't like this movie....well i had a great time at the movies seeing this i thought it was hillarious and that Will Smith is the best actor since Robin Williams...anyway this is a great movie
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mad man
adult
 
Give it up Will
This movie was basically a guy that goes around hooking uncool guys up because he was'nt exactly smooth with the ladies in college. Then years later he becomes the date doctor. Will smith does and overall mediocre tedious movie that is not going to it to sit in the back row and make out with there girlfriend.
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joshua martinez
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13 and up.
hitch is a great funny comedy movie that's best for your young teens and parents you need to know that the hitch has some few Sexual references and situations there are some strong language used in the movie also characters social drink as a response to stress and having a bad day the message is good it's about colorblind romantic relationships and friendships.
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moviefan22
teen, 13 years old
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Not for kids under 11!
I didn't enjoy this movie that much, but as you can tell from the other reviews, adults seem to really like it. Language is frequent, including a f-bomb and many others. There is lots of kissing/sex scenes, so that's why kids will hate it. Adults, see it and laugh; kids, STAY AWAY from it!
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momofthree
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Lots of smiles and laughs!
I really enjoyed this movie but was glad I did not bring my children (all under 12). One f-word used in a comical way. I'm kind of a stick in the mud and don't laugh easily but this movie had me smiling and laughing many times. Will Smith and Kevin James make this movie very enjoyable for mature teenagers and adults. A funny adult romance.
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mamma2jpc
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Very funny
I love that Will Smith is poking fun at his image. This is a fun date movie and fun to watch.
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CSM Screen ...
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FUNNY
Will Smith did it again.
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sexy
this is a great movie
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funny and somtimes gross
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good overall message, younger kids wont understand anything because its about dating
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