directed by Hernán Jiménez
Ho, ho, ho! Is it the time of the year when we’re overeating wearing ugly sweaters? Yes, it is. At least that’s exactly what I’m doing. But I cannot leave you without a recommendation, right? Because I’m sure that some of you are hoping for some nice winter film to see after finishing 3rd dinner this day. Perhaps you’ll be surprised to see today’s recommendation, but let me explain. I’m one of those people who need ambitious cinema and discussions about the symbolism of an open widow or the colour of the character’s dress, but at the same time I need brainwashing comedies, which will simply relax me. And that’s exactly what “Love Hard” is. Although I have to admit that it wasn’t that brainwashing yet slightly eye-opening. But first things first – it’s a film about Natalie (Nina Dobrev) whose job is to be dating guys from dating apps and write how horrible it is. Not a bad job if you ask me. One day she matches with a very handsome guy and surprisingly gets on with him. Since she’s single, that would be a wonderful opportunity to finish writing for the column and start a relationship life. Natalie decides to surprise her new lover and takes a flight to Josh’s, her Mr. Perfect, hometown, where she finds out that Josh isn’t who she thought he was. The woman has been catfished, meaning someone pretended to be someone else. Indeed, she meets Josh (Jimmy O. Yang), but he’s a rather average-looking and nerdy guy living with his parents. The man used his friend’s photos to attract Natalie and they had such a nice connection that he kind of lost control over the whole catfishing. Josh proposes a deal – Natalie will pretend to be his girlfriend for the Christmas and he will introduce her to Tag (Darren Barnet), the handsome guy from the photos. And I’m sure most of you already know how the whole film ends, but let me just share why I liked it. Despite the fact it’s simple and relaxing, it shares an important message for all single people out there. Guys, if you’re looking for your significant other, do not pretend someone you’re not. Just because someone is good-looking, doesn’t mean you should change for them to like you. Yes, I know, that person is super attractive and they noticed you. Great! But no matter how hard you try, it has to go both ways. If they don’t show interest and find differences between you too difficult to stand, don’t think it’s your problem. If you want to binge watch a series and have a large pizza and they want to go for a 6 AM run with a protein bar – hasta la vista, baby! Don’t force yourself and don’t expect them to change either. Just stay wonderful as you are and get yourself a person who appreciates you. You. Not some made up version of you. And that’s exactly what I wish you this year, my dear readers. Love hard, but love yourself first.
My rating: 6/10
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I have nothing to watch 