Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cal Weaver is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily. Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer, a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.
Critics Sentiment
Jacob teaches Cal pickup techniques and confidence building methods
Hannah revealed as Cal's daughter during backyard mini golf gathering
The film drops significantly from the praised Carell-Gosling chemistry in the training sequences to the widely criticized coincidental revelations and problematic subplots in the third act.
Critics consistently praised the strong cast performances and genuine chemistry, particularly between Carell and Gosling, calling it one of the best romantic comedies in years. However, reviewers noted the film stumbles significantly in its final act with increasingly unbelievable coincidences and problematic subplot elements. The consensus was that while the film starts brilliantly with witty writing and authentic emotions, it becomes weighed down by contrived situations and questionable moral choices that undermine its otherwise charming foundation.
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Steve Carell
Cal
Ryan Gosling
Jacob
Julianne Moore
Emily
Emma Stone
Hannah
Lio Tipton
Jessica
Jonah Bobo
Robbie
Joey King
Molly
Marisa Tomei
Kate
Beth Littleford
Claire
John Carroll Lynch
Bernie
Kevin Bacon
David Lindhagen
Liza Lapira
Liz
Josh Groban
Richard
Mekia Cox
Hip Hairdresser aka Tiffany
Julianna Guill
Madison
Zayne Emory
Robbie's Friend (Eric)
Crystal Reed
Amy Johnson
Joanne Brooks
Waitress for Cal and Kate
Reggie Lee
Officer Huang
Caitlin Thompson
Taylor
Crew
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