Fanning the Flames: Supporting cast shines in UK Rom-com
Romantic comedies are good for you in moderation. More than most genres, rom-coms are forced to adhere to a strict regimen, hardly ever drawing outside of the lines; however many laughs, a moderate level of drama, and a happy ending—even those that end poorly have a Silver Lining. Producer-turned first time filmmaker Dan Mazer stays true to its format, following the tumultuous first year of marriage for Nat (Rose Byrne) and Josh (Rafe Spall) and though I Give It a Year never surprises, it equally never disappoints with a lively ensemble cast and enough laughs to maintain its audience’s attention.
The film opens at the wedding. The best man, Danny (a brilliant comedic turn for Stephen Merchant) gives the prerequisite speech and does not disappoint. He inadvertently hits on two ten year-old bridesmaids (“Maybe when they’re older, never say never,...
Romantic comedies are good for you in moderation. More than most genres, rom-coms are forced to adhere to a strict regimen, hardly ever drawing outside of the lines; however many laughs, a moderate level of drama, and a happy ending—even those that end poorly have a Silver Lining. Producer-turned first time filmmaker Dan Mazer stays true to its format, following the tumultuous first year of marriage for Nat (Rose Byrne) and Josh (Rafe Spall) and though I Give It a Year never surprises, it equally never disappoints with a lively ensemble cast and enough laughs to maintain its audience’s attention.
The film opens at the wedding. The best man, Danny (a brilliant comedic turn for Stephen Merchant) gives the prerequisite speech and does not disappoint. He inadvertently hits on two ten year-old bridesmaids (“Maybe when they’re older, never say never,...
- 8/8/2013
- by Jesse Klein
- IONCINEMA.com
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