FilmBuff1994 Hope Springs is a decent movie with a reasonably well developed plot and a terrific comedic cast that are even able to be dramatic when necessary. I think the thing that keeps it all together was the chemistry between Colon Firth and Heather Graham, it was very natural, which made for a pleasant viewing. It was certainly a clichéd romantic comedy, there really is no plot point that is unexpected, it is extremely predictable. As well as that, no character other than Colin is developed properly, they are all very one note and never stretch beyond that, which I do not blame the actresses for, I blame the writers. While it is without a doubt a flawed film, Hope Springs has a lot of heart and charming performances which make it very watchable, if you are looking for a romantic comedy it is worth the look, just do not pay money to view it. A depressed artist tries to forget about his love life in the quiet town of Hope, Vermont, but soon begins a relationship with another woman. Best Performance: Colin Firth / Worst Performance: Frank Collison

robin bonathan You by now should have read the plot and this does review does not contain any spoilers.It is a great film, has great acting.Good story, lots of twists and turns in it, very funny.Its a simple love tale, with a few surprises on the journey.I take this off the shelf every few months to watch.Same class as love actually, Notting hill, etc.If you are looking for an action film, go elsewhere.If you want a feel good film, this is for you.When friends come to stay, I show them this film and they all enjoy it.Don't be put off by some of the other reviews.

eagleeyedcritic I'd give this movie a 6.5I thought it was a fun romantic comedy.I think Colin Firth does a good job as usual.I don't even care for Minnie or Heather however, I thought they both gave good performances.**spoiler alert** I didn't think there was any need to show Heather Graham chugging down a bunch of booze on their first date - seemed a bit off to say the least. I get that was the intent but was a bit excessive and off the character I thought.I liked it. It was silly but not overly so.

Wynn This is a charming movie. It is in places very funny. Minnie Driver, as always, is excellent, a joy to watch. Colin Firth does his agreeable Colin Firth impersonation and the American girl is fluffy and sweet. I loved Mary Steenburgen doing a vulgar part and Oliver Platt always adds vim. I rather think this is a movie for bookish people with a night off, but there aren't enough of those about. It doesn't fill the screen quite, but it is certainly a feature rather than a TV movie. I like the Anglo-American tint to it: there seem to be no glaring cultural gaffes. We even get Marks and Spencers mentioned. Intelligent, engaging and funny. 7 out of 10 because only God gets 10 and only The Third Man and Casablanca get 9.