The story is set in New York with Andrew (Ryan Fletcher) as an assistant to hard-nosed Margaret (Sandra Bullock, who is exceptionally good), editor-in-chief at a publishing company. As her visa expires, and she is about to be deported back to Canada, Margaret forces Andrew to marry her, so that she can stay back and keep her job. Andrew, on the other hand, has his own sweet little demands, which she agrees to meet. Grudgingly, both of them go to Alaska to visit Andrew's family, and there, both gradually fall in love with each other - with neither of them realising their feelings. And so begins the roller-coaster ride.
It is a decent comedy film, with taut editing and brilliant writing. It is sharp in places, and the pace never slackens, except for till the end, where it begins to sag a little. But, Bullock brilliantly holds up the movie with her portrayal of the cold, pushy corporate bitch who actually is a normal girl from inside. Reynolds also chips in well, but, Bullock walks away with the movie, literally.
A must watch for those looking for decent rom-coms with a difference!
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