You know what, I actually had kind of high expectations for this film. I am not usually so swayed, but enough people have talked about this as some ideal romantic comedy, that I kind of thought I was going to be swept away by its brilliance.
Suffice it to say, I wasn't. Not only is the profession of sports agent really difficult to relate to as an audience member, but Tom Cruise is a super weird guy at that. I wanted him to SHOW ME THE MONEY, but instead, all he did was SHOW ME THE CRAZY. I didn't need any more crazy in my day, thank you very much.
Tom Cruise is infinitely unlikeable. He doesn't treat women nicely, in fact, his character has no problem with the fact that he is incapable of intimacy. He runs around all day, screaming and wheeling and dealing, and then comes home and bangs some broad to get out his ya yas. Very respectful, Jerry Maguire. I am definitely fantasizing about THAT tonight.
Barf.
I didn't even feel compassionate toward Renee Zellweger's character. She was starry eyed, overly emotional, and easily manipulated. She is by no means independent, though before she hooks up with Jerry she certainly is able to take care of her own. I think one thing this film did do a good job of expressing was the desire to find a father for one's children over a partner for yourself. The fact that Jerry bonds with the child is important, and the only real source of joy in the whole movie.
That little kid *almost* made this film worth it for me.
Next time, I am not going to be persuaded by promises of romance. Having seen very few romantic comedies, I am hoping that there are some out there that really do tug at my heart strings and make me love again! As of this moment, all these films make me do is think... oh god, please don't tell me anyone is looking at this film as a romantic ideal.
I am so glad I have T. Not only is he sweet, charming and good looking... but he'll never be a sleazeball like Jerry Maguire.
Dear Readers, if you know of a happy romantic movie, send it our way. I am going to suggest skipping the genre all together if we get any more duds.
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