Isn’t It Romantic Film Review By Manya Malhotra

Isn’t It Romantic

Fantasy, Comedy

Cast: Rebel Wilson, Liam Hemsworth, Adam Devine, Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Director: Todd Strauss- Schulson

Story: Natalie who has grown up to despise romantic comedies hits her head and wakes up in a world where her whole life starts playing out like a romantic comedy film.

Review: Firstly I want to say that I know this film has not released in India but since the promo looked interesting and it starred India’s new brand ambassador in hollywood, Priyanka Chopra I gave it a shot. The reason why Isn’t It Romantic is a refreshing watch is because it is a spoof on romantic comedies which intentionally turns into a romantic comedy in itself. The film takes a dig at all the cliches in every romantic comedy film ever and also reminds us why we love them so much. Rebel Wilson plays the super cynical, classic misfit who’s worst nightmare comes true when she gets transported into an alternate universe where her whole life becomes a romantic comedy. Isn’t It romantic isn’t the kind of film that will make you guffaw, but yes it has it’s moments. One just wishes that there were more of these moments. While the film has everything from a song and dance sequence to a love triangle it doesn’t have the one key element every romantic comedy is filled to the brim with, romance! There are no cute moments that make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Rebel is the central character here, every other character just revolves around her and though they have less to do they do manage to make an impact. Liam Hemsworth is surprisingly funny and perfectly cast. Adam Devine is at his quirky and endearing best and our very own desi girl, Priyanka Chopra (sorry my bad, Priyanka Chopra Jonas) has quite the screen presence. Isn’t It Romantic is harmless fun, just the kind of film you are looking for on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Don’t expect anything more from it because isn’t It Romantic , really isn’t romantic.

Isn’t It Romantic is now streaming on Netflix.

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