‘Isn’t It Romantic’: Rebel With a Cause

In her first leading role, Rebel Wilson turns the romcom construct on its ear.
‘Isn’t It Romantic’: Rebel With a Cause
Natalie (Rebel Wilson) lives in a fantasy romcom world, in "Isn't It Romantic." Warner Bros. Pictures
Michael Clark
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 PG-13 | 1h 28m | Comedy, Parody, Satire, Fantasy, Romance | 2019

At once homage and a send-up of romcoms, “Isn’t it Romantic” (“Romantic”) adapts two distinct tones and attitudes that shouldn’t mesh, but do so with almost effortless precision. Making fun of something while admiring it is tough; just look at every horror parody ever made. The first “Scream” movie totally nailed it, but everything like it since has failed in a big way.

Michael Clark
Michael Clark
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Originally from the nation's capital, Michael Clark has provided film content to over 30 print and online media outlets. He co-founded the Atlanta Film Critics Circle in 2017 and is a weekly contributor to the Shannon Burke Show on FloridaManRadio.com. Since 1995, Clark has written over 5,000 movie reviews and film-related articles. He favors dark comedy, thrillers, and documentaries.