 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
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 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
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My Fake Fiance
- Review Date: April 18, 2009
- 2010
Common Sense Media says
Romcom is cute, but story is based on deception.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this romantic comedy centers on acquaintances who hatch a scheme to get married just for the gifts and cash. Despite the movie's lighthearted spin on the scenario -- and the inevitable happy ending -- the premise sends some iffy messages about love, marriage, and the real-life repercussions of serious issues like gambling. Factor in some intermittent sexual allusions (phrases like "bang hot chicks," for example) and light-duty violence (thugs punch Vince and threaten him with a gun), and it's clear that this movie isn't meant for young kids.
What's the story?
Cupid's arrow misses its mark when Jennifer (Melissa Joan Hart) and Vince (Joey Lawrence) meet at a mutual friend's wedding and quickly develop a distaste for each other. Sassy, sharp-tongued Jennifer finds nothing appealing in rough-edged Vince, and the two happily go their separate ways at evening's end. But when all of Jennifer's possessions are stolen and she has no means to furnish her new home, she proposes to Vince -- who's got money troubles of his own -- that they fake a wedding to haul in the gifts and cash. Their plan runs smoothly until Jennifer gets cold feet from the realization that she's put their families' feelings at risk. It's up to Vince to convince her that there might just be a fairy-tale ending in their future after all.
Is it any good?
It's tough to make a romantic comedy without some level of predictability, but MY FAKE FIANCE has enough surprises to keep the plot fairly fresh. Hart and Lawrence are believable as a romantic odd couple who can't look past their frustration with each other to see that their true feelings might be something else entirely. The Sopranos' Steve Schirippa adds to the fun as a good-hearted loan shark who's not bashful about rooting for a happy ending for the unlikely couple.
As movies go, this one is relatively light on iffy content (kissing, some mild sex talk, and a few instances of violence tempered by humor), but it still sends some iffy messages about mature relationships and the meaning of marriage. It's not for little kids, but teens and adults will get a kick out of the characters' skewed view of relationships, as well as the story's suggestion that love can be found in the most unlikely of places.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about relationships. Teens: What personality traits are important to you in a boyfriend or girlfriend? How do you think you'll know when you find the "right" person? Do you hope to get married someday? What do you expect from marriage? How do you think the media portrays love and marriage in TV series and movies? Do you think this portrayal reflects society's views, or does society respond to what the media tells us is right?
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Good Movie, i had a good time while watching it....
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good, but not memorable......also would not want to see again...
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Best film ever
i think a PG for this film is one of the best fims i have seen because most films i have to tune off because of all the bad things init . But it did not finish till 1.15am witch is a bit late so i hope i can watch it about 12 hours before hand next time.
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Good movie :)))
Mature tween's and teens will love this movie. There is a few moments that parents won't like their 11 year old's to see, but other then that this move is great!
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Kid, 11 years old
August 17, 2010
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Tweens only but I was very mature abut it
I love this movie. First it starts out as a scam to get money and furniture but when they pretend to get married they actually fall in love.
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LOVE IT!!!! it is the best movie on the planet! there are a few scenes where you have to "know some stuff" and "infer" whats going to happen (hint hint wink wink). the message isnt very good it's teaching kids to lie and "some other" stuff that isnt very good. but the rest of it is fine it is very very cute that anyone could love. Joey Lawrence and Melissa Joan Hart are amazing and funny in this movie... BEST MOVIE EVER
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| Cast: | Joey Lawrence, Melissa Joan Hart, Nicole Tubiola |
| DVD release date: | April 20, 2010 |
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