Published by Mason Oldridge, 1 July 2024
CONTAINS SPOILERS!
Netflix pulls out all the stars but not the stops in its latest romcom offering.
The film sees aspiring director Zara disapprove of her arrogant movie star boss Chris’ budding age-gap relationship with her older mother Brooke.
Leading the cast is big hitter Zac Efron, along with veteran stars Nicole Kidman and Kathy Bates, while established Netflix star Joey King plays the distraught daughter.
While the comedy is far from laugh out loud, there are some moments to make you at least smirk, particularly from Zac Efron as the egotistical Hollywood actor comes out with some chuckle-worthy statements.
However, the romantic storyline ultimately falls flat. Credit due for not placing the age gap as the primary issue but there is still a lack of chemistry felt between the twosome. Their dates are not entertaining to watch, risking viewers zoning out in these moments and, in fact, the comical encounters between Zara and Chris are much more enjoyable for the audience than the interactions between the new lovebirds.
In conclusion, the film is not necessarily bad but rather somewhat lacklustre.
5/10