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A Lot Like Love

  • 2005
  • PG-13
  • 1h 47m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
73K
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Amanda Peet and Ashton Kutcher in A Lot Like Love (2005)
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On a flight from LA to NY, Oliver and Emily make a connection, only to decide that they are not meant to be together. Over the next seven years, however, they are reunited repeatedly, and go... Read allOn a flight from LA to NY, Oliver and Emily make a connection, only to decide that they are not meant to be together. Over the next seven years, however, they are reunited repeatedly, and go from acquaintances to close friends to - lovers?On a flight from LA to NY, Oliver and Emily make a connection, only to decide that they are not meant to be together. Over the next seven years, however, they are reunited repeatedly, and go from acquaintances to close friends to - lovers?

  • Director
    • Nigel Cole
  • Writer
    • Colin Patrick Lynch
  • Stars
    • Ashton Kutcher
    • Amanda Peet
    • Taryn Manning
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    73K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Nigel Cole
    • Writer
      • Colin Patrick Lynch
    • Stars
      • Ashton Kutcher
      • Amanda Peet
      • Taryn Manning
    • 188User reviews
    • 90Critic reviews
    • 48Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 3 nominations total

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    Ashton Kutcher
    Ashton Kutcher
    • Oliver Martin
    Amanda Peet
    Amanda Peet
    • Emily Friehl
    Taryn Manning
    Taryn Manning
    • Ellen Martin
    Aimee Garcia
    Aimee Garcia
    • Nicole
    Lee Garlington
    Lee Garlington
    • Stewardess
    Birdie M. Hale
    • Old Woman
    Tyrone Giordano
    Tyrone Giordano
    • Graham Martin
    • (as Ty Giordano)
    Melissa van der Schyff
    Melissa van der Schyff
    • Carol Martin
    Theresa Spruill
    • Street Vendor
    James Read
    James Read
    • Brent Friehl
    Molly Cheek
    Molly Cheek
    • Christine
    Sarah Ann Morris
    Sarah Ann Morris
    • Bartender
    Gabriel Mann
    Gabriel Mann
    • Peter
    Kathryn Hahn
    Kathryn Hahn
    • Michelle
    Ali Larter
    Ali Larter
    • Gina
    Amy Aquino
    Amy Aquino
    • Diane Martin
    Constance Hsu
    • Chinese Waitress
    Josh Stamberg
    Josh Stamberg
    • Michael
    • Director
      • Nigel Cole
    • Writer
      • Colin Patrick Lynch
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    faiz-can

    Beautiful Movie with a lesson

    This movie isn't just another average romantic film; there's a lot to be learned from it. If you're in your 20s, you'll probably relate to it like I did. The movie takes you to a crucial time in life when you have to make tough decisions about your future and career, and prioritize everything. It explores the question of what is more important: material success or love.

    I won't give away any spoilers, but I highly recommend watching this movie alone so you can truly feel its impact. It's not the kind of film to watch with a bunch of friends on the weekend. In the end, the writing and acting are impressive. Peace.
    6ekk2k

    Wished it was better.

    I had anticipated this movie as my generation's "When Harry Met Sally", as that is one of my favorite movies and "A Lot Like Love" seemed to be it! I do like Ashton Kutcher, especially when paired with above average actresses like Amanda Peet.

    The movie wasn't horrible, it was cute, had a few heartfelt themes, wonderful chemistry, good performances and a story that should have promised two characters that you would never forget. Unfortunately, the plot didn't hold up, and in all, if the script had been better, all of these things could have been accomplished. It doesn't let you become as close to the characters as you'd like, no depth is depicted, and all though a few cutting edge dialogue scenes, it fails big time in the sharp conversational aspects that "When Harry Met Sally" thrives on.

    It was disappointing, underwhelming, but if you feel you can relate to the characters, see it for a relaxing, think-free trip to the theater, as I did enjoy Ashton, perhaps out of my own bias, but he did what he could with the material and will make you fall in love with him.
    7MelJJ123

    Light romantic comedy, but...

    Gosh darn it, I liked it. Did I think it was a cinematic masterpiece - definitely not, but who really expected that anyway? What we have here is a cutesy formulaic light romantic comedy. I laughed and walked out with a smile. Will I remember it in a year, probably not, but thats OK. I'd also like to comment on a post I read here, where the writer was 'distressed' by the characters in this film displaying VERY antiquated and unhip desires - like, dare I say it... wanting to secure a successful career, find love, and get married by age 30. Wow, can you imagine people nowadays feeling that way?! I personally find it 'distressing' to think that we live in a society where having traditional desires is made to be odd. I'm in my 20s and know many other people who are looking for these same things. So go figure, I actually found this perspective in a modern film refreshing.
    8zoheb-haider

    Yep! A lot like love! :)

    How about starting off a platonic love story by having sex with a stranger on an airplane? :D Well this is what this movie starts off with.. It basically covers everything that love is being abused for... being illogical and one of the most unexpected things in life. The chemistry between Amanda Peet and Ashton Kuthcher is very nice to watch. the actress seems to be the man in this weird and highly coincidental relationship but the hero finds his moments of perfect timings too, does all the right things at the right times. :) A decent theme and pace to the movie overall. Its shot to portray all the imperfections and the practicality life throws at you. What matters is what you realize is worth holding on to. Must see once! :)
    8lumierepleine

    For me it was great!

    I don't know why this movie is so underrated...I think it reflects perfectly how love could be in the real life. Maybe some people prefer depth monologues...but those things only happen in the mind of a writer.I Think the chemistry between the two main characters is awesome...I love Amanda Peet and Ashton Kutcher is very funny. Let's see those kind of movies without prejudices. I don't have anything else to say really...but if I don't make 10 lines i can post my message..So...Maybe, I can't talk about the weather...a nice conversation for lift times....Sunny here, but with some nasty clouds...that's OK? Good night fellas!

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The scene where Emily and Oliver are standing naked behind the car and Oliver tells her that she just "looked" (at his genital area) wasn't primarily shot for the movie. It was actually a real moment between Amanda Peet and Ashton Kutcher that the director decided to use for the film afterwards.
    • Goofs
      In the restaurant, when the waitress is putting the food onto the table, there is much greenery on Oliver's dish. But in the shot from behind Oliver's shoulder there is almost no green.
    • Quotes

      Emily Friehl: Honestly, if you're not willing to sound stupid you don't deserve to be in love.

    • Connections
      Featured in Late Night with Conan O'Brien: Amanda Peet/Gene Wilder/Brian Kiley (2005)
    • Soundtracks
      Semi-Charmed Life
      Written by Stephan Jenkins

      Performed by Third Eye Blind

      Courtesy of Elektra Entertainment Group

      By Arrangement with Warner Strategic Marketing

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • April 22, 2005 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • American Sign Language
    • Also known as
      • Muy Parecido Al Amor
    • Filming locations
      • Joshua Tree National Park, California, USA(Emily and Oliver have sex in the Vista Cruiser)
    • Production companies
      • Touchstone Pictures
      • Mile High Productions
      • Beacon Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $30,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $21,845,719
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $7,576,593
      • Apr 24, 2005
    • Gross worldwide
      • $42,886,719
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 47m(107 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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