Die Hochzeitsfalle (2002)
51KDie Hochzeitsfalle: Directed by Walt Becker. With Jerry O’Connell, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras, Ryan Reynolds, Bill Bellamy. A commitment-averse man frantically hits the dating scene after his girlfriend starts pressuring him to pop the question.
“Hidden in the midst of straight-to-video releases, this film is a head and shoulders above the rest, and it boggles my mind that it did not achieve theatrical release.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eWhile the subject matter is somewhat unoriginal (Games a man must play to land a u0026quot;perfect womanu0026quot; and the pros u0026amp; cons of commitment/marriage), the film has a magnificent script that gives these themes a freshness not seen since Swingers.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003ePerhaps the filmu0026#39;s strongest suit is the cast. Reynolds, Bellamy, Ou0026#39;Connell, and Livingston work great together, and never once does the witty dialog seem forced or unbelievable. The interaction seems realistic, and most importantly, personal (from the male standpoint, anyway). The film is smart and thoughtful, giving a variety of perspectives on the subject matter.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThe only beef I have with this film (no pun intended) is that the ending is a bit abrupt (I wonu0026#39;t give anything away, but youu0026#39;ll see what I mean). I felt a little more elaboration might have tied things up a bit better. However, donu0026#39;t let this deter you, Buying the Cow is a must-see.”
