It's Complicated [Blu-ray]

IT'S COMPLICATED STARRING: Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin, John Krasinski, Lake Bell, Rita Wilson, Hunter Parrish and Zoe Kazan WRITTEN BY: Nancy Meyers DIRECTED BY: Nancy Meyers Rated: R Genre: Romantic Comedy Release Date: 25 December 2009 Now this is a romantic comedy! Its title may be It's Complicated, but there is nothing complicated in regards to the elements that make the film terrific. For starters it stars three of the most gifted actors working today: Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin. And for seconds, it's written and directed by none other than, Nancy Myers. Having previously brought us such flawless delights as Something's Gotta Give, The Holiday and What Women Want, Myers is without a doubt the Spielberg of the rom-com (romantic comedy). What I love most about Myers is, she writes her films from the heart and then directs them from the same place. According to her DVD audio commentaries, she traditionally writes from what she has experienced in real life; and it translates beautifully in her work. Meryl Streep stars as a middle-aged divorced mother named Jane Adler. Alec Baldwin plays her ex-husband Jake and he does it so well, you wonder if he and Jake are more similar than you'd like to think (hopefully he's just that good of an actor!). Jake's a slime-ball but he's an attractive and charming slime-ball. This makes it easy for us to buy that he can convince his ex-wife to have an affair with him while they are in town for their son's college graduation. Trust me, the excessive alcohol he buys her plays its part in setting this into motion, which also drives the film forward. And we have a soft chuckle at the realization that the sex may have been a tad bit better for Jake, than it was for our girl! Jake is the overly-used cliché in films and in life, of a married man who steps out on his wife without the slightest bit of remorse for doing so. But Baldwin offers this all too familiar villain a fresh and wickedly funny persona that we have seldom seen in similar characters before. Slimy or not, you just can't help but like the guy. Second only to The Edge, this is my favorite performance of Baldwin's, and he's delivered a whole slew good ones. We are able to forgive our leading lady Jane for sleeping with a married man, because his wife (Lake Bell) is not only a bitch, but Jake in fact left Jane to be with her after sowing his oats in her basket on the side, several years ago. I'm not saying this is a good thing, I'm just saying it allows us to still root for Jane; mistress to a married man or not! If that doesn't have you convinced, then surely the superbly hilarious delivery of Streep's one-liner to her gal pals will: "Turns out... I'm a bit of a slut!" The film needs not establish the relationship of Jane and Jake for us, because it is already there. They were married for years, they have several kids together, and both of their performances have us undoubtedly believing these characters from the very first scene. This allows time for the relationship between Steve Martin's character Adam, and Jane to grow and keep us invested there. Now we have a romance stewing between Jane and Adam, who is the guy we know she should really be with; and the jealousy of Jake when he isn't able to give Jane as much time as Adam, as he has to be home for dinner with the wife! Baldwin plays jealously remarkably well also, and he throws in a bit of immaturely to it to boot! Adam is an architect who has been hired on by Jane to help her design an extension to her already massive home. It can be argued that this is a tad bit ridiculous as Jane lives alone in the already huge house, and probably wouldn't be able to afford such an improvement with her job as a professional baker, but the film doesn't dwell on it, nor does it make a cheesy mess out of it. Nancy Myers is an expert when it comes to meet-cutes (the point in a film where two central characters meet; see a detailed explanation in The Holiday) in her films, and this is not only that, but also a subtext of what Jane and Adam's relationship is; Jane is in need of a makeover in her love life, and Adam is the architect that will build that for her - got it? I thought so. There are a ton of laughs to be found in this film, particularly those where Martin and Baldwin share the screen. Baldwin's face kills me every time (as I've seen the movie numerous times now), when he glares at the two of them from across the room at a party, realizing that he may have a history with Jane, but this new guy is just that - new, and has never hurt her. You can match the laugh there, with Steve Martin's portrayal of a guy who is high at the same party, and trying to not make it so obvious. When Jake approaches him and Jane, Adam mutters to her with classic Steve Martin poise, "Not a good time to be feelin' groovy!" In addition to the outlandish laughter, there are also scenes of perfected cinematic romance between Jane and both men. The scene with Jane and Jake in the bathroom, and the one between her and Adam at the bakery, were my most prized moments of these. There are some very big and well done side performances by talented actors too. These are cleverly written and directed by Myers as always, and are constantly playing off of the comedy in all three acts wonderfully. Watch for the scenes with Jane's son-in-law (John Krasinski) when he catches onto her affair with Jake and can't tell anyone. This is the kind of writing that inspires writers to be writers. The film is filled with little moments like these, as are Nancy Myers' other films.

Love this movie, great actors, funny and so much fun.

We’ve enjoyed Meryl and Alec make us laugh a number of times, so when Amazon had a good deal on the film we grabbed it. We love the RomCom for it’s scenes between these great actors, but add in Steve Martin and John Krasinski and it’s a fun film. Meryl is well known for her serious side, but her comedy is as charming, moving, and well done. Alec always surprises me with his comedic side - action guy and drama just feel more ‘him” until you see him in action. And Steve... he’s always fun to watch. Now put them into a 3 way love triangle and let them go. Not sure which set of misunderstandings are more fun, or which 1 on 1 scenes more charming, but there are plenty to choose from. This was the first John Krasinski film we remember seeing and really grew to like him quickly. He’s funny without over doing, charming with a give-us-more talent. This is a fun film, with caring moments, nice humor, and a sense of humor. We love it for date night... or background. But we do enjoy watching it from time to time and will do more.

Alec Baldwin has grown into the part of a fun loving, hysterical character actor and is simply wonderful in this film. Meryl Streep is light, lovable, delioursly amazing as the ex-wife caught between trying to begin dating again when her ex stumbles back into her life and bed. Steve Martin plays his role as a divorced man still trying to get over his divorce but when he meets Meryl things get complicated and the fun keeps whirling. The children are all delighted, shocked and still trying to deal with their parents' divorce of ten years ago when they find out their parents are fooling around again but for things to work out how they all want it to it becomes complicated. You'll roll with laughter, feel the emotional ties of family and life and have a great time being in the lives of these people for 2 hours. As a gay man with a partner of 25 years we both were glued to the movie and felt so satisfied with the picture, Baldwin, Streep and Martin have a great chemistry and we'd love to see them together in another film. Rent it, buy it but for sure see this beautifully filmed picture filled with love. I must add that with Video On Demand there's no more driving to the video store to see "if the movie is in." ~ Cornelius

Love that movie!!! I have seen it multiple times and it never gets old. It’s funny it’s entertaining. It’s tasteful. I just love it.

Meryl Streep plays a divorcee, Jane, who is a happily single woman who owns her own successful bakery. Though she is a mother to three children, her brood has almost entirely left the nest. While at her youngest son's graduation from college, she bumps into her ex-husband (Alec Baldwin). The two have been divorced for 10 years but the chemistry between the two of them is still there. That night, the two unexpectedly have dinner together where Baldwin opens up that his new marriage is failing. Jane and Baldwin begin to have an affair which Jane believes is casual while Baldwin thinks it could be the cure to their failed marriage together. Enter into the mix, Steve Martin who plays Jane's architect who is helping her plan a renovation to her house. Martin is also divorced and he and Jane start a relationship. Of course, is is not your usual romantic rhombus because Jane and Baldwin have children. Jane is left to decide between taking a second stab at an already once-failed marriage or stepping outside her comfort zone and dating a new man. There are as many laughs in this film as there are tender moments. Though critics differed between praise and annoyance, no one can deny the charm and charisma that these actors (and their characters) have. Perhaps the most enchanting aspect of this film, is that it is real! Families nowadays, are no longer a mom, dad, sister, brother, and dog. It's Complicated not only acknowledges these changes, but is able to make us laugh about them. Of course, it is not a deep movie with a strong message but it's not supposed to be. It's fun, light, and brings humor to today's "complicated" families and relationships.

This is always nice to watch. Very funny. Steve Martin is in it. How could it not be funny?

This was an okay movie. It stars Meryl Streep and Alec Baldwin.

Love the film, very funny, I love NYC, top notch actors, predicable plotline. I cannot re-watch, the CD skips, causes etc. Again, the CD's are over priced.

I loved this. Lovely people in the film. Good story, beautifully acted, nice scenery. Only slight issue is the American dialogue - not always easy to pick up on some of the fast quips and nuances but as repeated viewings are a pleasure you can pick up more hidden meanings with subsequent viewings. Meryl Streep is great but the son in law (in the movie) has the character to a T. If you want a good relaxing laugh have a shot at this DVD. Well worth it. You need the sound turned up high as the voices are quite quiet or maybe that is just my television. Astonishing - if you read all the credits - how many people are involved in actually making a film that only lasts less than two hours. I thought it was one of the best films I have seen in a long time and I thoroughly recommend it. I would have given 10 stars if that were an option!

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Dvd arrivé dans les temps. Malheureusement deposé devant ma porte d'entree en mon absence, n'omporte qui pouvait le prendre !! Dvd emballé dans un plastic, état neuf, son et image impeccables. J'adore cette comedie romantique.