Not being a big fan of the first film, I was invited to a private screening to see The Edge of Reason on the same night of the London premier. Throughout the evening I was just praying for it to not be too much of a chick flick so that I would enjoy most parts. Being set in London, my home, gives it that little bit extra as London does reflect well on the big screen whether it be the vibrant heart of the city or the darker side of a South London council estate.
A few days after seeing the film, I found myself still thinking of certain parts, which made me realize that I actually enjoyed it. Rene Zewelleger's London accent is superb, so much in fact that she only has to give a look of insecurity, that she could easily be an English rose. Colin Firth is Colin Firth and same goes for Hugh Grant and his 20 minute appearance, although when the two are on screen together, the results are rather entertaining. Good support from an ensemble of actors keeps the film ticking over especially as there are the usual "feel good slushy moments".
However, due to the success of the first film, the old trick of "if it ain't broke then don't fix" comes in to play and many jokes are carried over and already look worn. There are also a few uncomfortable moments when clearly the scriptwriters were looking for funny fillers out of desperation, which actually made me squirm. All in all, when you got to see it, you will know exactly what you will be getting. Do not expect a life changing film or an awards winner which will make you blub your heart out. The soundtrack is excellent but too many songs are played back to back to force some sort of emotion from under your feet.
A few days after seeing the film, I found myself still thinking of certain parts, which made me realize that I actually enjoyed it. Rene Zewelleger's London accent is superb, so much in fact that she only has to give a look of insecurity, that she could easily be an English rose. Colin Firth is Colin Firth and same goes for Hugh Grant and his 20 minute appearance, although when the two are on screen together, the results are rather entertaining. Good support from an ensemble of actors keeps the film ticking over especially as there are the usual "feel good slushy moments".
However, due to the success of the first film, the old trick of "if it ain't broke then don't fix" comes in to play and many jokes are carried over and already look worn. There are also a few uncomfortable moments when clearly the scriptwriters were looking for funny fillers out of desperation, which actually made me squirm. All in all, when you got to see it, you will know exactly what you will be getting. Do not expect a life changing film or an awards winner which will make you blub your heart out. The soundtrack is excellent but too many songs are played back to back to force some sort of emotion from under your feet.