The Proposal (2009)

Yawn. Poorly Filmed Snooze Fest.

Great example of an old-fashioned, pure-at-heart escapist event movie that doesn't pretend to be anything that it's not and has boat loads of fun being its own ludicrous self.

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

The chemistry between the leads is good but the problem with the Proposal is that it is formulaic and eventually you know what is going to happen. This isn't a bad movie per se- just that you might get a sense of deja-vu about a third in.

Like I said in the headline, I'm not a big RomCom fan, but this does feature actors I am fans of in Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds. Not to mention the hilarious supportive role Betty White plays. The storyline is a new take on a classic RomCom narrative and both Bullock & Reynolds play off each other well.

I missed out Proposal in the theater. A friend made me realized and recommended it while having nice dinner. Movie starts at classical New York working office and continues Alaska's outstanding nature and ends with happy ending in New York. I re-discovered that some feelings need some adventures and time in different context to show up. Knowing somebody more closely requires spending some time together. If Andrew and Margaret they had not had Alaska trip, their hidden feeling each other would have never sprouted and come to light, especially someone like Margaret who suppresses her feelings. I appreciate Andrew's generosity for sake of his friendship, mixed with subordinate obedience, then love, towards Margaret. Fictitious marriage ignited real love. I wonder what this will spark. Thanks again :)

The only reason I would consider watching a movie like this is when I am bored or I am traveling from city to city. Having to travel by bus from Zaragoza to Madrid every week, I had gone through most of the movie on offer on the bus. The proposal seemed the least bad choice. The movie is a comedy, and is full of surreal and nonsensical situations. I am not sure they really make your laugh but they keep you awake. The movie is all about seeing the actors in action. If you like Reynolds and Bullock, you will tolerate this movie. If you don't, it may feel like a very long movie. There's plenty of movies similar around. This one is nothing special. Romantic comedy, with its twists and turns and very little unpredictable moments.