Common Sense Media Review
By Amanda Nojadera
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Quirky romcom parody has some mature content.
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Lovesick
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What's the Story?
Charlie Darby (Matt LeBlanc) is the complete package. He's smart, handsome, funny, has incredibly supportive friends, and is an adored principal at his elementary school. But when it comes to romantic relationships, Charlie constantly finds himself connecting nonexistent dots because his altered brain chemistry literally makes him LOVESICK. When he meets the beautiful Molly Kingston (Ali Larter) after a horrific rebound date, Charlie must learn how to overcome his psychosis with the help of his friend, Jason (Adam Rodriguez), and his neighbor, Lester (Chevy Chase) -- or risk losing Molly forever.
Is It Any Good?
Director Luke Matheny begins his quirky romantic comedy parody by defining "lovesick" as being "so deeply affected by love as to be unable to act normally." As his protagonist moves from a charming gentleman to a "crazy in love" stalker, viewers can't help but laugh as each of Charlie's imaginative scenarios become more elaborate than before -- bike rides with the bellhop turn into romantic Tuscan getaways with Dr. Oz. The dramatic soundtrack also adds to the slapstick humor, especially when other characters mistake Charlie's extremely jealous and paranoid behavior for grand romantic gestures.
Viewers might also think twice, or possibly recognize some of their own social media habits, after watching Charlie's obsessive lurking on Molly's online profile end up causing him to constantly doubt their relationship. While Lovesick doesn't tell us whether Charlie overcomes his psychosis, it does remind us that we can all get a little lovesick without trust and communication in our relationships.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about social media and relationships. What role does social media play in Charlie and Molly's relationship? How can you avoid digital drama and digital harassment?
Besides honesty and trust, what are some other important aspects of a healthy relationship and/or friendship?
How does Lovesick portray sex and drinking? What role do they play in the story and in the characters' lives?
Movie Details
- In theaters : February 6, 2015
- On DVD or streaming : May 19, 2015
- Cast : Matt LeBlanc , Ali Larter , Chevy Chase
- Director : Luke Matheny
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Gravitas Ventures
- Genre : Comedy
- Run time : 100 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : February 15, 2023
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