Plus One (2019)

My wife gave up on this movie fifteen minutes into it, and I could almost see why. She did not like the Alice character or the interplay between her and Ben. I wasn't overly impressed with them either, but I saw just enough to want to keep going. So I did, and I am glad. As the two lead characters warmed to each other more, I started appreciating their wit, their playful banter and so on.

There were still a few cringeworthy moments and the wedding clips weren't as funny as they should have been, but overall I thought the second half of the movie saved the day. The last thing I wondered was whether there would be a grand gesture at the end of the movie, as there often is in romantic comedies to seal the romance, usually something that flashes back to the beginning. And what happened was - well, I will let you find out for yourself as a reward for sticking through the weaker moments of an ultimately heartwarming movie. I would only say that if you hate rom-coms, this won't change your mind, so save yourself the irritation.

Fmovies: Enjoyed this movie a lot. I called it from the beginning as I am sure most people did, but the ending is not what made this movie. What made this movie is the trip to the end. Happy story and fun ride

Boomshakalaka

7.3

I throughly enjoyed this film. I was unaware of either the stars, so I was a totally empty slate. I was laughing throughout. Great chemistry, wonderful timing, and little or no slapstick made me very happy!

Plus One fmovies. A lot of fun and endearing characters. A good watch and leaves you with a smile

It's not hard to see the shining star in this film. Maya Erskine (Alice) steals the show in more ways than one.

As for a ROMCOM - this movie doesn't really deviate from the typical Hollywood formula these days - but does a good job of mixing things up occasionally.

What is truly special about this film is Maya Erskine. Her presence on the screen is undeniable. She has fantastic timing and can definitely deliver the goods in the comedy department. Rarely do you see this level of talent these days. I predict a very successful career for Ms. Erskine if she can continue to find good movies like "Plus One".

My only negative comment is, I think the producers could have cast the part of Ben better. Jack Quaid did a good job, but it always felt like he was one step behind Alice.

Definitely worth a watch, if nothing more than to see a new rising star!

I read somewhere that this could very well be our generation's "When Harry Met Sally" and I really think there's a lot of truth in that. Maya Erskine and Jack Quaid are extremely likable, both individually and as a couple. The movie makes sure to put the "com" in "romcom" and is both hilarious and also heartfelt. Extremely well-done. I'm already looking forward to rewatching this again. A+