Boy Meets Girl

this film was gorgeous. beautiful use of color, light, and language. it's a very common plot line, done in a very unique, quirky, and sweet way. i was surprised to see sean astin in a romantic lead like this, but he did an absolutely wonderful job.

I got it only because I needed to see a particular actor that's in it, and I thought I was going to have to endure it because as a rule I despise romantic comedies. But this one... by God, I liked it! In fact, I love it, and I've never regretted the 10 bucks I paid for it. It's so very charming. Even my brother liked it, and believe me, that's really saying something! This movie manages to exist in its own little world, it creates an atmosphere. That's something I find lacking in many movies. Some people complain about the silly special effects, but IMO they're part of the atmosphere and they make it all feel somewhat magical. The music is also very good at setting the mood (I really wish I could get that Al Di La song somewhere!). If you've ever been in love, go get this film.

I liked this movie for many reasons, and mostly because it was a romantic comedy that was something different. There is a feel of mystery and magical realism that I found intriguing. It wasn't a standard boy meets girl, boy loses girl, boy gets girl. For me, the magical couple (Il Magnifico and Mrs. Jones) and their apparent affect on Angelina and Mike's romance. was the most interesting part of the movie.

The scenes in which Angelina and Mike were in together were great - I wish that there had been more of them. I like the scene in which Angelina appears to be speaking in English without her Italian accent, and Mike appears to be speaking Italian.

If you like Italy and the Italian language, chances are you will like this movie. If you are Italian, as I am, you will relate to the characters. There was a good amount of Italian in the movie. There is a funny scene in which Mike learns Italian "gestures." and what they mean. He also gets a sort of magical romantic makeover.

I'm not sure where this movie was filmed (Canada, maybe?) but I thought that the scenery was beautiful. It sort of reminded me of the Little Italy in Montreal.

I like the fact that both men and women will enjoy this movie - it's not a typical "chick flick." All in all, a good movie - a must - see for Sean Astin fans or anyone who likes romantic movies.

This could have been much better. The story was quite good, but was hampered by silly use of speeded cameras, and confusing and unexplained fantasy elements. Nonetheless, it was quite pleasant, with Emily Hampshire interesting in the female lead role. Joe Mantegna and Kate Nelligan also impressed. There were several amusing bits parodying Italian emotional characteristics.

i agree that this is a wonderful little movie, it almost comes across as an independent film! it is one of the best romantic comedies that i have seen since Doris Day! most current romantic comedies all seemed so forced and unnatural BUT this one is fresh, sweet and very innocent. in real life new love, when it comes to individuals, always arrives to lovers unexpectedly and very passionately and arduously! that is exactly the way this movie delivers love to the audience. this movie--- the whole package, is all so wonderful and delightful. i cannot say enough about it nor can i find exactly the right words to express my enjoyment in watching it. i didn't know just how much i could enjoy old Italian love music, red red lipstick, elbow-length gloves, red flocked wallpaper, corny love peotry, tight Jackie Kennedy dresses, the hairdo called "the flip", guys in dress shirts (and especially unbuttoned just alittle). nothing in this movie is actually new and yet it is all presented in a new way, and this is probably because no other movies of this time period were done this way, so that makes this new even though it is really all very old. sounds confusing? it may sound confusing but wha ti say is true! it is obviously not a high budget film BUT EVERYTHING IN THIS MOVIE WORKS!! even the economy works. i love this movie and i watch it whenever it comes on every chance i get and eventually i will buy it. and oh my! how i love the ending!!! honestly, i did not expect the ending, at least not the way in which it was done! if you have not seen this movie YOU HAVE GOT TO WATCH IT!