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Reviews Counted:16

Fresh:8

Rotten:8

Average Rating:5.3/10

Runtime: 1 hr 48 mins

Genre: Comedies

Synopsis: When two strangers agree to a marriage of convenience, they think it's going to be hassle-free. But before they know it, the two opposites are faced with more difficulties than most married couples... When two strangers agree to a marriage of convenience, they think it's going to be hassle-free. But before they know it, the two opposites are faced with more difficulties than most married couples could ever imagine. And worst yet, they may just be falling in love. Academy Award Nominations: Best (Original) Screenplay. [More]

Starring: Gérard Depardieu, Andie MacDowell, Bebe Neuwirth, Gregg Edelman

Starring: Gérard Depardieu, Andie MacDowell, Bebe Neuwirth, Gregg Edelman, Robert Prosky, Jessie Keosian, Ann Wedgeworth, Ethan Phillips

Director: Peter Weir

Director: Peter Weir

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An appealing romantic comedy directed by Peter Weir.

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Spirituality and Practice

The story could have been turned into a plastic sitcom, but ... the crackling chemistry between Depardieu and MacDowell gives it considerable charm.

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Engaging romantic comedy.

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Sickly sweet

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Stop me if you've heard this one... too late.

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