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A washed-up screenwriter (Hugh Grant) reluctantly takes a college teaching job and meets a single mother (Marisa Tomei) who changes his life in more ways than one.
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The Rewrite's unremarkable plot is enlivened considerably by its likable cast, adding up to a comedy that coasts capably on the charms of Hugh Grant and his co-stars.

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Richard Roeper Chicago Sun-Times A full two decades after "Four Weddings and a Funeral," Hugh Grant still does that stammering, understated, witty and dashing thing as well as anyone in the business. Rated: 3.5 Feb 26, 2015 Full Review Rex Reed Observer Another Hugh Grant comedy that follows the dots without much wit ... Rated: 2/4 Feb 18, 2015 Full Review Mara Reinstein Us Weekly Hugh Grant's latest comedy is as comforting and well-worn as a heavy blanket on a freezing day. Rated: 2.5/4 Feb 16, 2015 Full Review David Nusair Reel Film Reviews ...an agreeable (if decidedly generic) romantic comedy... Rated: 2.5/4 May 27, 2024 Full Review Rachel Wagner rachelsreviews.net It's funny, thoughtful and sweet. Rated: 9/10 Mar 7, 2019 Full Review Mae Abdulbaki Punch Drunk Critics Feel-good, genuinely funny, and doesn't try to be anything it's not. A safe and entertaining watch-from-your-couch film. Rated: 3/5 Aug 14, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Tim L I liked the movie. It reminds me of the kind of film that was made in the past that were more character driven rather than based on AI generated action. That's also the first lesson in class of Hugh Grant as a failing screenwriter turned college professor. He's found a teaching gig much more out of necessity than love of teaching. The supporting cast is excellent and while the film isn't deeply thoughtful or packed with stunning cinematography, blockbuster action or an unforgettable musical score, the appealing cast and characters make it enjoyable entertainment. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/04/24 Full Review Tony S I'll admit my bias - I'm from the area where the movie is set. However, it has a great cast, and an enjoyable story. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 12/31/23 Full Review Jack S A rom-com without much romance and that's only mildly funny? A script about a washed up writer trying to teach writing, that's fairly ropey? It was watchable, partly because of the excellent cast and partly because .. I dunno .. the location? Maybe it reminded me of better films .. so I didn't totally hate it. It wasn't that bad .. but it wasn't that good. I'm sure I'm not the first to quip, but The Rewrite … needs a rewrite. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 12/12/23 Full Review isla s I enjoyed this - its a bit cheesy but it isn't as 'lovely dovey' as some of Hugh Grants other films which are also categorised as romantic comedies. The plot is interesting and the variety of characters I found interesting - its a relatively quick and easy watch. I thought the story was quite nice and I'm very much for the idea of Hollywood types breaking free of the superficiality of that industry and going elsewhere to do different, new things, such as teach screenwriting, as is the case in this film. I liked the characterisation and aspects of the plot - I'm not sure if there's anything I can say really but overall yes, I'd recommend this film. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member This film dealed with cynicism, but wasn´t a cynical film. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/24/23 Full Review Audience Member fast forward is great, no depth to it, love looking at Marisa and students Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 02/21/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A washed-up screenwriter (Hugh Grant) reluctantly takes a college teaching job and meets a single mother (Marisa Tomei) who changes his life in more ways than one.
Director
Marc Lawrence
Producer
Liz Glotzer, Martin Shafer
Screenwriter
Marc Lawrence
Distributor
RLJ Entertainment, Image
Production Co
Castle Rock Entertainment
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 13, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 5, 2016
Runtime
1h 47m
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