Is it just me, or is there really a dearth of good movies? After the highly disappointing Tanu weds Manu, the case in point is No Strings Attached.
The movie opens to show chance meetings between Emma (Natalie Portman)and Adam (Ashton Kutcher)and before long they end up in bed. Both decide to keep the relationship about sex, yes you guessed it, without any strings attached. No dating, no flowers, no interference in each other's life. They are free to see anyone they want, although, they don't is another matter! This situation works out well for both of them, as Adam is in no mood for a relationship after his girlfriend ends up with his dad! and Emma is a cynic who wants no emotional dependence. So far so good. The problem starts with Adam actually falling in love with Emma; who wants none of it (case of role reversal!)
Nothing ground-breaking happens next, except Adam trying to win her over with his "love". She finally comes around. Lo and behold...a happy ending.
There is nothing romantic or comic about this romantic comedy. no endearing moments, nothing to hold it together. The chemistry between the lead pair is zilch, so much so that they appear almost uncomfortable with each other.
Completely avoidable.
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