Laws of Attraction

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1. 

   Riley McCarthy April 20, 2010 at 10:45 am

   Not expecting much from this based upon the previews, I must say that I was pleasantly surprised by “Laws of Attraction,” which is at its best when stars Pierce Brosnan and Julianne Moore manage to flirt and argue at the same time.

   Moore, who’s luminous, is particularly good in this movie. She plays Audrey, a top divorce attorney who manages to appear by-the-book even when she’s completely insecure. With her hair in a tight bun and her perfect, subtle suit, she’s putting on a front, and Moore milks this for every funny moment she can get.

   Brosnan, playing her rumpled rival attorney Daniel, oozes sexiness, as well, by getting Audrey to love him by completely annoying her and catching her off-guard. He understands that the only way this woman will accept love is if it completely blindsides her, and he takes steps to do just that.

   The supporting cast, particularly Frances Fisher as Audrey’s plastic surgery-enhanced mother, is really strong, though I feel better use could’ve been made of Parker Posey, who has some funny lines in this but has been much, much better elsewhere.

   As an homage to the Hepburn-Tracy movies, “Laws of Attraction” falls short. Building momentum through the chief characters’ rivalry/romance, it sorta derails when the plot moves the action to Ireland instead of New York. This is a shame.

   Because, when it works, “Laws of Attraction” is really charming.
   Rating: 4 / 5

2. 

   Kelly April 20, 2010 at 11:54 am

   Unlike many others, I really enjoyed this quirky movie. Julianne Moore is the perfect choice to play the compulsive anal-retentive divorce attorney. Her mannerisms and body language fit so well with the character. Pierce Brosnan is always a great choice for a romantic lead, and this film was a good fit for him. Pierce and Julianne had real chemistry, and their on screen presence together was heart warming. Even though this is a classified as a comedy, I liked the combination of drama and comedy.
   
   Rating: 4 / 5

3. 

   Andy Orrock April 20, 2010 at 1:27 pm

   Okay, so ‘Laws of Attraction’ is not going to bring home any Academy Awards, so back off a little. The critics were really hard on this movie, but I thought it was a completely enjoyable 87 minutes. If your want a similarly themed movie with move snap and wit, go check out ‘Intolerable Cruely’…the Massey Pre-Nup? Now, that’s great comedy.

   But give me Julianne Moore over Catherine Zeta Jones any day of the week. Moore is perfectly cast here as Ms. All Prepared Smarty Pants getting dusted by a seemingly ill-prepared but cagey Pierce Brosnan. And let’s give it up for Bronsan. Despite the handicap of of being almost ridiculously charming and handsome (they try to tousle him up here a bit, but it has no effect), he proves very adept at his first attempt at self-deprecating, screwball comedy

   Also, Nora Dunn is a hoot. For those thinking she;s playing Nora Dunn, remember ‘Three Kings’. This lady is pretty fair actress in he own right.
   Rating: 4 / 5

4. 

   Victor Chen April 20, 2010 at 2:19 pm

   I was lucky enough to see a free advanced screening of this film at my college. “Laws of Attraction” is a very typcial and cheesey romantic comedy. But c’mon, sometimes we’re in the mood for cheese! Among cheesey romantic comedies, “Laws” is a winner. Genuinely adorable and sweet, the movie has heart.

   Brosnan takes a break from 007 and gives a most memorable performance; he earns my respect by showing me that he is, as an actor, secure enough with himself to take part in some mildly silly, self-deprecating comedy. Actually Brosnan has perhaps never been more charming, but in a much more dorky and hilarious way than as James Bond.

   And what can I say about the delectable Julianne Moore, who is no doubt the hottest actress over 40? Though technically old enough to be my mother, Moore continues to be delicious eye-candy on screen. Her character insecure, slightly-neurotic, but ultimately adorable character is a joy to watch as well.

   Whilst giving great performances separately, Brosnan and Moore together produce wonderfully and somewhat unexpected chemistry. I honestly did not expect the two to work so well together. They really do make a good couple. It’s also refreshing to see a more “age-appropriate” couple, as the male character is typically paired up with a much younger female.
   My only beef with the movie is that very forced and ridiculous plot involving Parker Posey (who is normally a wonderful actress, but here woefully mis-cast), which I felt detracted from the movie’s grace.

   All in all, this is a great date movie. A lot of fluff, but at least the movie doesn’t pretend to be something it’s not (most of the time). It’s a nice 2-hour escape from the drudgeries of daily life into romantic fantasy-land.
   Rating: 4 / 5

5. 

   MoonLitTree April 20, 2010 at 4:32 pm

   Superbly heart-warming! Julianne moore couldn’t be any more charming! 5 stars!!
   
   Pierce Brosnan’s best performance as romantic lead.
   
   The DVD has alternate ending infront of a very magnificient Irish green cliff opening up to water stream, a great shot, nicely done! Not sure why it didn’t make it in the final cut but anyway very entertaining, one sweet movie! Loved every minute of it!
   
   Higly recommended!!

   Rating: 5 / 5