The Five-Year Engagement Reviews

Since I always had a weak spot for romantic-comedies, I thought I might as well check this one out, even if the ratings were not really great. Eventually, I though that it was actually pretty good. Indeed, Jason Segel and Emily Blunt both gave some really solid performances and they had together some great chemistry. On top of that, their characters were really well written and felt like some really genuine people instead of the usual stereotypes you usually get in this genre. Unfortunately, while the characters and their relationship was realistic and compelling, the whole concept behind the plot felt forced and rather underwhelming. Indeed, it was pretty obvious from the start that they were great together and that they should be together, so the way that Tom couldn't get used to live in Michigan felt really contrived. I mean, is it really such a horrible place to live, is it really such a cultural shock compared to California? If he didn't like his job, couldn't he possibly look for a new one? It felt as if they had to create a bogus conflict otherwise they wouldn't be a story to tell. Still, in spite of its flaws, I really loved those characters, it was definitely the best romantic-comedy I have see lately and I think it is worth a look, especially if you like the genre.

The Five Year Engagement is a romantic comedy & an entertaining, good movie and a worthy watch.

Running over two hours, the film takes you on a lengthy journey through Tom and Emily potent narrative revolving around a grand-scale communication breakdown between boyfriend and girlfriend. Tom, an up-and-coming chef in San Francisco who proposes to his girlfriend, Violet (Emily Blunt). After Violet is offered a position in Michigan, the two decide to delay their nuptials and move. Tom abandons his career while Violet pursues hers, but one thing after another forces the two to question their relationship as their wedding grows further and further from sight.