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Kristi G. from MUSKEGON, MI
Reviewed on 6/4/2013...

wonderful movie, Meryl Streep at her best once again, loved this movie

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Tara M. from MORROW, OH
Reviewed on 3/10/2013...

This is one movie I will watch every so often, it is cracks me up every time. I first saw this movie in the movie theatre and towards the end I was really regretting drinking a large drink because I did not want to miss anything, but I was laughing so hard that I was going to have an accident! Alec Baldwin plays his part great, he's selfish and obnoxious but so charming you have to like him. The story is easy to believe, I think a lot of peoples lives/relationships are this complicating and even smart people make the same mistakes over and over. Crazy,funny movie!

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Katcha S. (Katcha) from FORT JONES, CA
Reviewed on 1/18/2013...

OK, I'm old fashioned (comes from being married for nearly 50 years) and I also haven't got a huge warm and cozy with the quasi-spoiled rich Hollywood image of life either. So its no surprise to find that this movie was over long, silly in an indulged way and most likely ONLY to be appreciated by those who have been divorced and re-married etc. Its such a 'today' cliche including the 'kids' who are all over 21 years of age and actors passing themselves off as at least 10 years younger than they are.

The only thing complicated about this movie is the reason anyone would watch it.

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Denise W. from DUNSMUIR, CA
Reviewed on 8/3/2011...

I absolutely loved this movie. I am not usually much of a comedy person but found this film extremely funny. The acting is superb and the situations hilarious. I highly recommend it especially if you are a Meryl Streep fan!

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Sharon C. (Sierrastar) from BLYTHEWOOD, SC
Reviewed on 1/30/2011...

I loved this movie. It had a little bit of everything and sometimes it had me laughing so hard my side hurt. It got love, laughter and it is a good watch for anyone wanting a feel good movie.

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Lewis P. (Turfseer) from NEW YORK, NY
Reviewed on 9/12/2010...

Moving, mature exploration of ex-couples' second shot at romance

*** This review contains spoilers ***

It's Complicated's clever opening scene introduces us to Jane and Jake who are attending an anniversary party for old friends and appear to be married. But soon Jake is joined by his sexy younger wife, Agness, and we realize Jane is the odd woman out. To make matters worse, her youngest daughter (Jane has four grown children) is now moving out of the nest and Jane is all alone in the house. Her children are concerned for her but she reassures them that she'll be fine. Jane pours herself into her work and when the head of the architectural firm comes by with new blueprints for an addition to Jane's house, she's not listening when he introduces her to Adam who actually is the project manager, responsible for all the new designs. Finally, Jane meets with a bunch of her lady friends who urge her to start dating again.

The break into 'Act 2' occurs when Jane and Jake are booked in at the same hotel to attend their youngest son's graduation from college. When Jake's hyperactive son from his second marriage takes ill, Jake finds himself at the hotel alone. The estranged couple suddenly find themselves opening up after all these years over a series of drinks. Streep and Baldwin are at the top of their game as they become more and more inebriated, leading to their first sexual encounter since their divorce. We see the aftermath of said encounter with Jake admitting that he had a great time but with Jane expressing her doubts (not to mention barfing in the bathroom after having one too many). Note how Streep is hunched over the toilet bowl and we suddenly cut to the college commencement, a great little edit. I also loved how the sensitivity of the characters are brought out—Jane whistles as the youngest son appears in his cap and gown but suddenly bursts into tears (with Jake glancing at her); later it's Jake's turn to get all sensitive while eating dinner with Jane and all the children. He praises Jane and admits that he wasn't there emotionally for the kids. He gets all misty-eyed but the son urges him to 'pull himself together'. Jake caresses Jane with his foot under the table, expressing his continued interest in her. The children make it harder for Jane by admitting that it's so nice to have the family all together again.

After the graduation is over, Jane fails to respond to Jake's emails so he comes over to her house and begins making a pitch for her again. He's full of witty lines such as "life is short" and "people in nursing homes with plants live longer" and she responds by stating that she never realized what a good lawyer he was. More witty lines and situations: Jake says this is "very French of us"; Jane reveals to her friends she's having an 'affair' with "Agness Adler's husband"--and her friends squeal with delight! At first the affair has a positive effect on Jane's mood; an employee asks "what did you do to your hair" and she orders him to "change the breakfast menu".

Things eventually begin to go sour when Jake gets jealous over Jane's interest in Adam. Before you know it, Jake is spying on Jane and Adam as they have an innocent date at Jane's home. Perhaps the weakest part of the movie is Steven Martin's character. He's such a dour, wussy guy due to his inability to get over his divorce that wonders what Jane sees in him at all. Most of the scenes of Jane and Adam's burgeoning romance are slow-moving until things pick up when the two end up getting stoned on marijuana at son Luke's graduation party. Agness notes that Jake and Jane are unusually close as they dance together and this leads to the second act crisis where Jake splits up with his second wife. Interspersed between the graduation party scene and Jake showing up at Jane's home, begging to be taken back by her, is that unnecessary, long-winded encounter between Jane and Adam, preparing a batch of chocolate croissants.

Things get back on track with Jake's revelation that he's left Agness and the children are all in tears as they can see their father is cracking up. They pressure Jane into letting their father stay over, even though she knows it's not a good idea. Note the wonderful transition between Jake in tears, the kids' emotional reaction and Jake at the dinner table, completely comfortable in the family setting, gorging himself on a sumptuous meal.

I found the scene leading to the climax, where Jake parades himself butt naked in front of Jane's laptop, thus temporarily shattering Adam's dreams of a relationship with Jane, to be a bit over the top. But everything after that works oh so well. Jane and Jake's children reaction after they learn of their parents' affair is perfect: they all drive off, leaving Jane staring up at the rustling leaves in the trees, as she falls asleep on the couch. And then Jane pulls herself together the next and goes over tor reassure her children that she needed to "experiment" to see if there was any 'spark' left between her and Jake. She reveals the spark isn't there anymore and with her honesty with the children, Jane restores the trust between them and herself.

The conclusion is poignant: Jake is waiting for Jane back at her home and they have one last conversation on the swing. Jane sums it all up when she acknowledges that they both "blew it the first time around". Jake finally faces the reality that Jane has moved on. The heartfelt theme of the movie becomes manifest: in order to grow, people sometimes must change, which also may involve some kind of loss.

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It's Complicated

Arnita D. Brown | USA | 04/27/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

"An aged, divorced mother becomes "the other woman" in her ex-husband's life when the pair enters into an unexpected affair during an out-of-town trip. Jane has been divorced from Jake for a decade. The mother of three grown children, she owns a successful Santa Barbara bakery/restaurant and maintains a friendly relationship with Jake, who has since been remarried to the much younger Agness. Jane and Jake are attending their son's college graduation when they agree to an innocent meal together. Before long a simple dinner date has erupted into an all-out affair.



I thouroughly enjoyed this movie. Meryl Streep is fantastic as usual. Alec Baldwin was right on the money for being a scoundrel. Surprised at Steve Martin's part. He did so well not being funny. Spend a couple hours laughing your heart out. Terrific movie that's highly recommended.

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It's Very Fun

Karen Joan | Texas | 03/18/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

"We watched IT'S COMPLICATED the other night, with multiple generations in attendance. And everyone laughed out loud. IT'S COMPLICATED is a light-hearted, refreshing romantic comedy that will entertain you, brighten your spirit, and make you smile.



In IT'S COMPLICATED, Jane and Jack have been divorced for 10 years now, and they have finally come to a sort of workable truce. They have three nearly grown kids together. Jane has a very successful restaurant, and Jake is happily married to the younger woman with whom he cheated. Or is he? Unacustomed time alone together at their youngest son's college graduation leads to an unexpected night in bed together. This one-night-stand blossoms into a full blown affair, which leaves Jane, Jake, and the entire audience wondering if old wounds can be healed and old love rekindled.



While the plot of IT'S COMPLICATED really isn't (it's really pretty formulaic), the acting is truly magnificant. Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin imbue their characters with life; they truly jump off the screen. Meryl Streep is luminous - funny, warm, gorgeous, sentimental, sympathetic, sensual, and sexy as all get out. Wow, Meryl, please keep proving that life does not end at 40 and that Hollywood is not just for starlets. Alec Baldwin is excellent as Jake - a confused, aging little boy who wants whatever it is that he doesn't have. A near perfect role for Alec Baldwin. And Steve Martin as Adam, Jane's hope-to-be boyfriend, gives one of his best performances in years. The three of them have superb chemistry, and that alone makes this a 5 star film. The supporting cast are equally up to the task, and add depth and nuance to this film.



IT'S COMPLICATED is a delightful way to spend a cozy evening cuddled up with the one you love. IT'S COMPLICATED brings the entertainment, the humor, and the romance. You just need to provide the popcorn and the fluffy blanket."