A Country Romance

6.5 stars.

Just barely rounds up to a 7. It's somewhat difficult to manage placing this story in the realm of possible for several reasons. The main actor is not straight, so envisioning him as it is already difficult. But that's the reality of Hollywood, once an actor comes out, there's no stuffing themselves back in. Sure, we could say it's no different than trying to believe a straight portraying a non character. So be it. It's all about getting into the romance and enjoying the experience of attraction between two leads, knowing that one of them isn't capable of being that for the other. Ok, like I said, so be it.

Now let's talk about the movie. This story is presented to us in slow motion. I am not kidding. The tempo of conversation is literally turned down to 65%. Every sentence is deliberate, so the 90 minutes of run time is telling a 60 minute story. The story itself is not original in any way. In fact, this is about as unoriginal and monotonous as they come. So what was good about it? It's very relaxing and ASMR-like. This is a good film to unwind and end your hectic day with. Just too slow moving for any entertainment, but it has value in other respects.

Nice harlequin vibes for a night on the couch but could not look past her foundation that was only on her face and not on her neck.

Anyway, if you like to know the plot after 5 minutes of watching (which is very nice at times) this is the movie for you!

I chose to watch this movie because I have seen Jonathan Bennett in other movies. This was not one of his best. I was very surprised to see that it was a recent production - 2021. I was sure is was one of his earlier movies.

Acting by all the actors was second rate in my opinion and I am usually pretty forgiving. The niece was the exception, as I generally think children add something to movies.

The positive about the movie was that it was a clean wholesome family show. I am okay with predictable "Hallmark-type" movies but the acting was poor. There was no chemistry between the actors. Overall it was disappointing.

It was a very formulaic film, city girl reconnecting with roots blah blah blah, put her in cute country clothes which never get mucky (dirty for non northern English people). The lead actress seems sweet and extremely pretty but lacked acting ability or emotions, whether that was because her character was two dimensional or on the actor's part, I don't know. The supporting actress is a much better lead and actress when I have seen her previously, so would have made a better lead. None of the males shined but possibly also due to a dire script.

The grapes with synthetic leaves, daffodils in harvest time and very red, waxed apples, just fallen from the tree were, as usual, very silly.

The positives were a beautiful setting, lots of sunshine to enjoy on a dull winter's day and an inoffensive way of relaxing.

The plot was not original. The main character lived on this farm, but was clueless as to what went on. She was so overly dramatic that it was sooooo annoying. Her acting was so over dramatic. It was kind of irritating to listen to her. Then there was no chemistry between her and the male lead. But then he's not a real man anyway, which might explain it. The little girl was awesome. She was the best actress of them all.

The only way this movie got five stars is for being family friendly, not that the stars are.

It's possible it was the writing that was terrible. But the actors/actresses didn't help.