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It's Complicated (2009)

R  |   |  Comedy, Romance  |  25 December 2009 (USA)
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When attending their son's college graduation, a couple reignite the spark in their relationship...but the complicated fact is they're divorced and he's remarried.

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During his son's college graduation, Jane hooks up with her ex-husband, Jake, who's married to a younger woman. As if being your ex's mistress isn't tough enough, Jane also finds herself drawn to Adam, a smitten architect. Written by Anonymous

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First comes marriage. Then comes divorce. And then... See more »

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Comedy | Romance

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Rated R for some drug content and sexuality | See all certifications »

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25 December 2009 (USA)  »

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Box Office

Budget:

$85,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$22,100,822 (USA) (25 December 2009)

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$112,703,470 (USA) (26 March 2010)
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Alec Baldwin said on the Late Show with David Letterman (1993) that a body double was used for his nude scene. See more »

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At the beginning of the movie when the Adlers toast their friends' anniversary, Mrs. Adler no. 2 approaches. Jane Adler is polite, but she decides it's time to go. She holds a glass for a toast, but when she turns to leave, the glass is no longer in her hand, and there is no table or waiter nearby. See more »

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Jane: Fancy a toke?
Harley: Oh, no thanks, I don't smoke weed.
Jane: Me neither.
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A good romantic comedy is a rarity...
11 February 2010 | by (Philippines) – See all my reviews

It's Complicated is simply enjoyable. A good romantic comedy is a rarity, so who better than rom-com specialist Nancy Meyers (The Holiday, Something's Gotta Give, What Women Want) to write and direct yet another? Jane (Meryl Streep) and Jake (Alec Baldwin) have been married for ten years and divorced for fifteen, but while attending their son's college graduation sparks fly between the old flames. But Jake's still married to the much younger Agness (Lake Bell), and Jane's architect and fellow divorceé Adam (Steve Martin) remains an interesting and sensible possibility. This puts everyone on a roller-coaster ride of what-ifs, which includes Jane and Jake's three grown kids.

It's a treat to see excellent actors delivering the laughs, especially when it looks like they're having a great time, too. In particular, John Krasinski (The Office) stands out in his supporting role as Harley, Jane and Jake's future son-in-law, who accidentally finds out about the affair before everyone else. Streep shines, as usual, while Baldwin eases into his newfound role of go-to comedy guy since his career-reviving 30 Rock success. The usually slapstick Martin surprisingly turns in a more toned down performance, which is a relief.

It's wonderful to see intelligent lead roles still being written for mature actors that doesn't exclude younger audiences. The story and characters have broad appeal; the dilemmas remain relevant regardless of age and so are the punch lines. It's Complicated is ironically comforting in its effortlessness.


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