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Is it worth $10? Yes
Oh, to be Ashton Kutcher. Not only is he married to one of the hottest forty-something women in the world (Demi Moore), his latest “job” was to make out with Natalie Portman all day, everyday, for “No Strings Attached.” Acting isn’t easy, but some roles are undeniably more enjoyable than others.
Thankfully Kutcher and Portman have great chemistry as casual sex partners who’re trying to avoid the doldrums of relationship drama in this charming, endearing comedy. To accomplish the strictly sex buddies goal, Adam (Kutcher) and Emma (Portman) set ground rules: No snuggling, dating, handholding, jealousy, listing the other as an emergency contact, etc. Just sex. Nothing more.
Adam’s friends Wallace (Ludacris) and Eli (Jake Johnson) keep reminding him it’s the ideal situation for any guy, but he can’t help but fall for Emma (Portman), a hardworking doctor who, to paraphrase her own words, “just wants someone in her bed at 2 a.m. who she won’t have to eat breakfast with.” What we recognize instantly is that they look great together, have tremendous chemistry and make a wonderful couple. It’s a credit to writer Elizabeth Meriwether and director Ivan Reitman that we enjoy seeing the inevitable play out as much as we do, as the story is smartly executed but never excessively melodramatic.
As is often the case in good romantic comedies, a solid supporting cast helps keep the jokes coming consistently throughout. Ludacris and Johnson earn a laugh in every scene they’re in, and Emma’s doctor friends – Patrice (Greta Gerwig) and Shira (Mindy Kaling) – are self-aware and bluntly honest, as good friends should be. Kevin Kline is also here as Adam’s irresponsible father Alvin, and his dating Adam’s ex-girlfriend (Ophelia Lovibond) is the one storyline that feels a bit forced. We’re supposed to like and dislike Alvin at the same time, but we end up just finding him ridiculous.
No actress on the planet right now is hotter than Portman, who’s earning awards and rave reviews for her performance in Black Swan. She’s new to comedy but makes Emma very easy to like, and when coupled with Kutcher’s boyish charms it’s thoroughly enjoyable to root for them to be together.
“No Strings Attached” is everything a solid romantic comedy should be: Endearing, likeable, reasonably memorable, and for guys especially, genuinely funny.
Did you know?
A similarly themed movie called “Friends With Benefits” opens July 22, 2011. It stars Mila Kunis, Justin Timberlake and Emma Stone.
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treschic1952
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... I really loved the Movie No Strings Attached. It was really a funny romantic comedy that I sat through and just wanted to continue watching each scene one right after the other. I enjoyed the way Natalie Portman portrayed such an independent woman and what Ashton Kutcher had to do to get the girl in the end. Just kept laughing and laughing. I would definitely recommend this movie to anyone who wants fun in a movie. |
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ksultan
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... movie was good... although i am tired of seeing ashton kutcher cast into these roles. To me, its becoming redundant. |
Jenn Guerra
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... This movie was so nice. I really enjoyed it in the theater. Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher work very well together. The movie is also the type of movie that a lot of people can relate to in this modern world. This movie like Dan said really is worth the bucks  |
lunarmirage
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... I loved the movie because of the typical gender role switch as well as its heartwarming moments. |
toroj
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... I enjoyed the movie alot..... not sure correct movie to bring a date... lol, but still a great movie..... |
treschic1952
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... I really enjoyed seeing No Strings Attached. It was truly funny how the man gets the girl in this movie. He really has to work for her to fall in love with him. Great Ending. I would definitely recommend the movie. |
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herrada05
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... It thought this movie was hilarious! Natalie Portman an dAshton Kutcher had great chemistry. I was really surprised by her ability to pull off a comedy. She was amazing. It was good to see her in a comedic role as opposed to what she usually does. Definitely a must see! |
Jessy3537
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... Loved the movie. It was funny and romantic. Something different from what we see in other movies. If you want to have a good laugh then I really recommend you yo watch this movie. I promise you won't regret it. |
Laura
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... This was a funny and interesting movie. A complete swap of roles where the man is left wanting a relationship and the girl doesn't. Just awesome. |
Juanita
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... This was an awesome movie. My girlfriends and I loved Ashton Kuthcer and his role in the movie. I highly recommeded it to others. |
duchnowski
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... This was funny and a great romantic comedy. The acting was great. Portman knows how to act. |
jenmccarthy72
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... I enjoyed the movie and recommend it. I really loved some of the hysterical lines in this movie. The period cd was funny too. The only negative was the dad with the bimbo. |
jismon
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... this movies is a typcal chick flick.. nothing more.. sexual jocks are better at the local bars or clubs. the movie's name should be "All Strings Attached" rather than "No strings" with happy ending. its not really worth it for $10. |
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