Wednesday, January 27, 2016

P.S. I Love You

The Gist: A couple is hit by sudden tragedy when the husband is diagnosed with terminal cancer. After his funeral, the widow starts receiving a series of letters set up for delivery by her husband before his death.

A non overly exciting premise whose execution is nevertheless acceptable. Gerard Butler is perfectly cast as the handsome, proud, protective, loving husband who deeply cares for his wife's happiness.

It's Hilary Swank, cast as the wife, who hardly shines. Swank is a great actress (she already has two Lead Actress Oscars!!) but I'm starting to think that she's unmatched when it comes to roles that eschew femininity (a transgender man, a boxer), and much less suited to regular female roles.

The cast also features Kathy Bates as the concerned mother, Gina Gershon, Harry Connick Jr., and my adored Lisa Kudrow, who steals every scene.

I was quite impressed by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, not only for his gorgeousness but also for his striking resemblance to Javier Bardem!

The Bottom LineP.S. I Love You is not memorable in any way, but it's not terrible either. If you're a romantic, you will enjoy it.

Grade: 6

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