Crazy, Stupid, Love.

The romantic comedy is usually the domain of younger people. However occasionally Hollywood will recognise older people and the romantic problems they go through.

It is not uncommon for films and TV shows to explore the issue of a divorced person re-entering the dating scene. Most of the time they depict a person who has been with only one person their whole lives so they have trouble knowing how the dating scene works. This film film puts a bit more emotion into that situation and therefore makes it seem more realistic. Being an ensemble film the story is more character based. So while the story is familiar, writer Dan Fogelman has created some wonderful characters to make the story seem fresh.

I love a good romantic comedy and this is one of the best. After watching this film I was on such a high from having seen such a quality film. Most romantic comedies these days have been a bit dirty and crude, so it is nice to see something cleaner. In saying that though, the ending does spoil that by having a very creepy aspect. The only bad point in an otherwise brilliant film.

The best part of the film is the performances of a top notch cast. Steve Carell is a comedy actor who has managed to prove himself to be just as good dramatically as he is with comedy. While he once again plays a nerdy, looser type but he plays it so well that you don't mind. Julianne Moore sort of plays the bad guy in the film in the way that she leaves Steve's character. However you don't blame her. She becomes a sympathetic character as you come to understand why she did what she did. Emma Stone is so delightful once again. Marisa Tomei is hilarious as a crazy woman Steve's character dates. Kevin Bacon brings the charm to his character as well. Analeigh Tipton and Jonah Bobo are excellent as the younger characters trying to deal with their feelings of love. The best thing about the film though is Ryan Gosling. Is there no role this man can't do? He is hilarious right from the moment he appears on screen and continues to delight throughout the entire film.

A different type of romantic comedy to what you maybe used to. A group of characters that you come to care for and become emotionally involved with. One of the best films that I've seen this year.