Common Sense Media Review
By Grace Montgomery
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Dull made-for-TV romcom has dated stereotypes, no romance.
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What's the Story?
Aaron (Romeo Miller) and Parker (Keshia Knight Pulliam) have been friends since Parker stood up for him on the basketball court in elementary school. Now adults, Aaron is hoping Parker will step in and help him again after he accidentally becomes engaged to his girlfriend, whom he's not sure he really loves. As Parker tries to convince Aaron to call off the wedding, her mom Josephine (Jackee Harry) is determined to set her up with the millionaire bachelor Wesley (Marques Houston), who seems too good to be true. On top of it all, Parker is desperate to come up with a catchy new idea for her entertainment column, which hasn't been entertaining anyone. Desperate for good content, Parker writes a fake letter asking for advice about her love life. But when those around her start to suspect the letter may be about her, Parker begins to wonder whom she's really in love with after all.
Is It Any Good?
Although it's chock-full of recognizable TV stars, this dull romcom is so boring, you'd be better off watching a few reruns of Sister, Sister. With only a few characters and a few sets, this low-budget TV movie is mostly dialogue, which, unfortunately, is awkward, unrealistic, and mostly just bland. There's little spark between any of the characters, making you wonder why any of them would want to marry another. And the dated stereotypes about women are awful, making what would be a boring film down-right terrible.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about love and friendship. Do you think you need to be friends with a person to love him or her? Why, or why not?
What do you think about the role of women in relationships as portrayed in this film? Do you think it's accurate? Why, or why not?
What's your favorite romantic comedy? Why is it your favorite?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : August 18, 2015
- Cast : Keshia Knight Pulliam , Jackee Harry , Marques Houston
- Director : Gary Wheeler
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s) , Black Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Alchemy
- Genre : Comedy
- Run time : 88 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 12, 2022
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