About six months ago I swore off of romantic comedy movies. As a single, 25 year old girl on fruitless quest to find my dream man I find their plot lines offensively unrealistic and full of false hope. However, in the midst of my boycott, several girlfriends saw the movie "The Proposal" and promised me it wasn't as cheesy and formulaic as other rom-coms. I decided to test their judgement and add it to my Netflix queue.
"The Proposal" was everything you expect from a romantic comedy - two people who initially dislike each other or have a major obstacle that keeps them from getting together, a touching moment that helps them realize their potential, the honeymoon period of love and affection, a major blow out fight about 3/4 of the way through the movie, followed by a passionate make up and subsequent happy ending. Not even Ryan Reynold's abs could spice up this plot.
There were a few highlights including: the beautiful scenery of Sitka, Alaska, the adorable white puppy dog, and some one liners from the grandma, played by Betty White.
Overall, "The Proposal" was unoriginal and uninspiring. I am hoping Sandra Bullock can redeem herself in this month's release "The Blind Side."
