Monday Movie Review #13 - The Ugly Truth

Monday, April 19, 2010

I'm pretty sure I caught a plague in Seattle, hence the severe lack of posts. While I would love to say it was completely worth it (and I really had an amazing time)...I didn't really want to spend the past 4 days of my life practically on my deathbed. That said, I'm finally starting to feel better...finally. Anyhoo, my point is that I was unable to go to the movies to see a new flick this weekend, so I settled for a DVD rental of The Ugly Truth.



In Sacramento, Abby Richter produces a morning news show that's about to be canceled. To boost ratings, her boss hires Mike Chadway, a local cable call-in host who promotes the ugly truth: sex is the only glue in a relationship, men can't change, and they only respond to women's looks. Mike offends Abby's sensibility: she has a checklist about the perfect man, and she's found him in her new neighbor, Colin, a hunky doctor. Mike offers to help her reel in Colin if she'll work with Mike on the show; she accepts the deal, ratings go up, and, with Mike's help, so does Colin's interest in her. Craig Ferguson, a hot air balloon, and the ugly truth help this take on "Cyrano" play out.
Taken from IMDB.


I'll be the first to admit that I'm a true sucker for chick flicks. It's a not-so-guilty pleasure of mine, so when I saw a film with Gerard Butler and Katherine Heigl, I couldn't wait to see it. (I have no idea why I waited until DVD though...) Anyway, the film follows Abby, the stereotypical beautiful cat lady completely disillusioned with love, and Mike Chadway, an equally disillusioned ego maniacal man hell-bent on changing Abby's perception of the perfect romance.

The Ugly Truth has all the makings of a great chick flick - hot leading man, relatable leading lady, and a plot that sounds fun and entertaining. That's about where it stopped for me though. I don't know if you guys have ever watched How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, but I'm pretty sure that's the greatest modern chick flick. It seamlessly blends innuendos, hilarity, and enough drama to keep you on your toes. The Ugly Truth, on the other hand, was just crass...and vulgar...and although funny at points...really really obnoxious.

I was honestly really disappointed in this film, but maybe I was just expecting something too different when I started it. I give this film a 3 out of 5 because the actors played their parts well, even if I didn't really like the general script. I'd recommend this only for mature audiences (lots of swearing etc.) Below is the trailer for those who've yet to see the film.

14 comments:

  1. I agree completely with you. I didn't like it much either. The ending was the cheesiest thing ever!
    Glad you're feeling better! :D

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  3. Oh wait...I did see this. It wasn't that great and it was vulgar...but I LOVE Gerard. Great review :)

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  4. First I'm glad your feeling better! I loved How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. But I didn't like this so much either. Haha I agree with Juju- I <3 Gerard, he was one of the main reasons I even watched it. Awesome review Melissa! :)

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  5. Ah, I was hoping this was going to be a good movie. However, the greatest chick flick is Bridget Jones. ;)

    Hope you are feeling well very quickly!

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  6. I've heard mixed reviews on this one. I doubt I'd enjoy it, though. I'm not a huge chick flick lover and it does seem a bit obnoxious! Anyways, thanks for a great post! I love how you review movies.

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  7. I LOVE chick flicks! This also didn't make it to my top faves. I totally agree with your opinion of this being obnoxious. Some parts were just....I don't even know. Anyway, glad you're much better! I MISS YOU, MELISSA!!!!!!! :D

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  8. The acting was good the story wasn't. I watched this on Netflix last week.

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  9. I'm glad you're feeling better, Melissa! Sounds like I'll skip this movie!

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  10. Awww, I remember when this movie came out~ All I can remember about it were the huge amount of bad reviews following its release. :P I'm relieved to hear I didn't miss out on anything, LOL. Wonderful review!

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  11. I've been holding off on watching this movie. I think its cause I have the feeling its going to be a disappointment. But Gerard...*sigh* maybe one day...maybe I'll wait for a sick day ; )

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  12. I'm a sucker for chick flicks and romcoms too! :)
    This book was fun, I think I liked it more than The Bounty Hunter at least!

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  13. I just saw this movie and loved it. I thought it would be a total chick flick and so did my dad -he watched because he was super bored- but even he could appreciate it because it had a good dose of humor in it!

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