Hitch is one of those flicks I went into wanting to like, and fell in love. The premise \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Hitch is a love doctor, a man who coaches gawky men through the first three critical dates with a new love. According to the gospel of Hitch, three dates and\/or the first kiss is all a man has to show the woman what he’s got. Only when the love doctor meets the woman of his dreams, nothing goes right.<\/p>\n
A good comedy, and a smart one, Hitch avoids the obvious and predictable conclusions and conflicts. It’s a bit on the physical side at points, but Will Smith keeps it fun.<\/p>\n
What works:<\/p>\n
1) Comedy. It’s funny. Several belly laughs.<\/p>\n
2) Story. Writing is tight and consistent. If this was a movie written by committee, the committee worked overtime.<\/p>\n
3) Performances are in the pocket, believable and appropriate for the role.<\/p>\n
4) The story gives geeky guys hope.<\/p>\n
Verdict: DVD rental, or matinee. An enjoyable date movie.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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