DarkEagle25
First: I watched this movie only because of Yvonne Stragovski and Peter Dinklage. This is basically the same romantic comedy as the others in America BUT, it was fair enough. Yvonne and Peter is the best obviously, the other actors, not so much. I think they are not showing too much of they're talent. Second: The story is the same as ever, dumb guy fall in love, the girl ditto. The guy is moron, who don't know what he want in his life, until the girl breaking up with him, and go on. Happy Ending as always.
John Raymond Peterson
I was very happy to see Peter Dinklage in a role, a supporting role that made this movie worth watching. Otherwise, it's pretty much a run of the mill romantic comedy, okay but nothing special. I found something distinctively different with an Aussie romantic comedy; that made me want to watch it. It a chance to view something not American and not British. The sub-plot involving Dinklage gives the movie a little class. He had the best lines and was the most believable player in the bunch; he got to kiss the very hot Megan Gale and his story was the only dramatic bit of the whole movie. This actor is an accomplished dramatic actor who in my opinion has played a few bit comedies 'for the mortgage" and unfortunately is better known for that and his diminutive 4'5" height. Actors of his size don't get too many opportunities like that. "Bad Santa" and Tony Cox come to mind. I picked this movie because I wanted to see a film with Yvonne Strahovski; she made a good impression on me in the movie "Killer Elite". Considering what I wrote about Dinklage and Strahovsky, I was satisfied with my choice. I liked it but it would be presumptuous of me to recommend it.
toxiemite
Australia doesn't produce many rom/coms and while I Love You Too is just another romantic comedy on a wider spectrum, it is a refreshing little delight on a local level. The story is cute. The performances are great (Peter Dinklage is fantastic) and the gags hit the spot. I really really enjoyed this movie and think its the best of its kind since The Big Steal (which also featured Steve Bisley). Peter Hellier has written a smart little movie with a lot of heart. The little revelations throughout are really nice and the movie is well worth watching. The miniature railway setting is a nice touch too.... (Eltham Mini Railway... LOVE IT).
moviexclusive
A question that will plague you for the rest of your (pardon the obvious here) life is: What is life all about? We seek out the answers in books, in academic theses, in movies, and yes, in life itself. As we walked out from the theatres after watching the preview of this movie, we were somewhat convinced that the past 109 minutes have presented us with a rather poignant portrayal of life.Surprise, surprise - the movie wasn't manufactured from the Hollywood's ingenious machines and computers. This time round, it's the kind mates from Down Under who have managed to make a film that is emotionally engaging, as well as enjoyably entertaining.Our protagonist is 30 plus year old Jim, who is unable to commit to Alice, his girlfriend of three years. Like every other girl, Alice wishes that her boyfriend would say the three magical words – you know which ones, don't you? One situation leads to another, and Alice considers leaving to take up a job in England. Elsewhere, Jim meets the vertically challenged Charlie who gives him a new insight into what love really means. In this somewhere there's also Jim's best friend Blake, his pregnant sister Marie and her rough edged husband Owen.We acknowledge the fact that the synopsis doesn't really sound exciting, but think about it – how exciting is life itself for most of us? What triumphs for this movie is its nice blend of comedy and affecting drama. We hate to say this, but if this screenplay was taken up by a money raking Hollywood studio, or for that matter, a local TV production house, things would have turned out to be a dreary drab of a mess.Maybe you can call it first time lucky, because here we have first time writer Peter Helliar penning the screenplay. It is also the directorial film debut of Daina Reid. They may not be familiar names with us in this part of the world, but trust us, there is really a lot of heart in this one.While watching this well written movie, you'd be reflecting on the various aspects of life – love, friendship, kinship and the little episodes which play themselves out amidst these larger grand themes. Helliar have managed to capture the little moments in life which define the greater moments – from the quibbles in a restaurant, the wild parties in a club, to the efforts taken by a friend to cheer his pal up, and a simple desire to connect with someone through writing letters. These setups are written with a fresh touch of humour, which remind of life itseld. Reid has also done a decent job of directing her cast in the various situations, never at once making them caricatures which we are so used in Hollywood movies and TV productions.The cast delivers fine performances here. Brendan Cowell plays Jim, a familiar man in his 30s who is emotionally diminutive. – not just because he works at a miniature railway. The Australian actor exudes an underachiever charm that is both charismatic and empathizing. Helliar takes on the role of Jim's best friend Blake, who may seem rough and tough on the surface, but has one of the best lines in the movie when he tells Jim what he really feels about their friendship. Yvonne Strahovski plays Alice, the girlfriend who has to make a really important decision about her own life. The sweet looking actress puts her appealing looks to good use here. Fellow Australian actors Birdie Carter and Travis McMahon also display their acting chops in the roles of the wife and husband who are experiencing some bumpy times while expecting their first child.Watch out also for Peter Dinklage's unforgettable performance as Charlie, the American who changes Jim's life. The actor has achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism, which naturally makes him different from the rest. But that doesn't stop us from commending his moving performance – it's one of the best we have seen this year.You end up feeling and caring for all the characters in the movie, and that's because you are living life.