Crazy, Stupid, Love

    I know that I'm a little behind but romantic comedies (or Rom/Coms) typically are not my cup of tea. Most rom/coms out there are usually pretty similar in tone and content. Most are just silly, and offer very little in terms of meaning or quality acting & writing. On July 28th, Crazy, Stupid, Love was released in the US. A pleasantly surprising film starring Steve Carrell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, Emma Stone, Marisa Tomei, and Kevin Bacon.
    Directed by Glenn Ficarra & John Requa, Crazy, Stupid, Love tells the story of Cal (Steve Carrell) a man who is comfortable in his life with his wife, his perfect job, and his loving family. His life unravels when his wife of 25 years asks for a divorce. Upon meeting Jacob (Ryan Gosling) Cal's life begins to take unexpected turns. Navigating a marriage crisis, raising children, and trying to find ones self has never been more complicated and humorous as it is for Cal.
    One of the many surprises in this movie is the truth in the subject matter. More often than not, married men and women can find themselves lost in a sea of comfort. The simple things like dressing up, or showing loving appreciation toward each other become things of the past. This movie is about love and how terrible and fantastic it can be.
    Even further, this movie is about relationship building on all levels, from budding teenage love, to drastic man-whoring in order to avoid intimacy and pain. I can't even describe how funny it is watch Steve Carrell and Ryan Gosling interact with each other. Hilarious situations take place at the most unexpected moments in this delightful comedy about life, love, and self-discovery.

Rating: 4 (Maximum of 5)