Common Sense Media Review
By Grace Montgomery
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Funny romcom has lots of sex, profanity, some drinking.
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One Small Hitch
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What's the Story?
Childhood friends Molly (Aubrey Dollar) and Josh (Shane McRae) agree to pretend to be engaged to fulfill Josh's father's dying wish to see him find a wife. As the two find themselves living together and their two boisterous families get a little too involved in planning their fake wedding, the two start to question whether they should come clean. But when they start having real feelings for each other, Molly and Josh have to decide if they're ready to get hitched for real.
Is It Any Good?
Although there's nothing new about this somewhat-raunchy romcom, ONE SMALL HITCH is a surprisingly fun and funny watch. The two leads have great chemistry, and both are engaging and endearing, even as they're put in predictable, cliché circumstances. It shouldn't be entertaining, but all the characters, even the typically vilified ones such as the "other woman," all are likable, which keeps you invested in the plot.
Although some younger teens may be entertained by the romantic story line, the focus on adult-relationship dynamics, bad language, and sexy content make this a better pick for older teens and adults.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Josh's decision to lie to his father. Do you think it's right to lie to someone to fulfill his or her dying wish? Or is it always better to tell the truth?
Josh's dad tells him he'll know he's found the love of his life if she can make him laugh. How do you think you know if you love someone? What qualities are important in a partner?
What's your favorite romantic comedy? Why is it your favorite?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : February 10, 2015
- Cast : Aubrey Dollar , Shane McRae
- Director : John Burgess
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Freestyle Digital Media
- Genre : Romance
- Run time : 105 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : August 6, 2022
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