Charming! Review Of Love At First Sight (2023)

Hadley misses her flight by four minutes and books another. While waiting, Oliver offers her his phone charger because her phone battery is low. It's a seven-hour flight and they start to talk, learning their fears and likes, and getting to know one another. When they land in London, they split and go their separate ways. What is the probability that this couple will find each other in one of the world’s biggest cities?

Review

An intriguing way to begin this film was the statement by the narrator,

This is not a story about love. It is a story about fate. And statistics.

This just about sums up the movie. The plot is good and the storytelling is well executed. It's what most romance lovers would expect but the spice of the film in my opinion is the presence of the omniscient narrator, played by Jameela Jamil who follows the main characters everywhere, taking on different roles (although it's funny they don't recognise her) and helps them to fall in love. So aside from it being a rom-com, there's the addition of some fantasy to the plot. I think this elevates the film. Also, the concepts of fate, love and choices are considered giving the audience some food for thought.

The director and cast make viewers reflect on love as a choice. It's not about the emotions as commonly portrayed, which are fickle and subject to change, but the determination of two people to love. In one of the scenes, Hadley's Dad (played by Rob Delaney) said "Love is a lot of work" and he's right about that. It's commitment and that means a lot of work. When either of the parties stops trying, the wall begins to crumble and soon the foundation will give way, leading to a collapse.

The performance of the cast is excellent. Haley Lu Richardson and Ben Hardy deliver such convincing acting. They embody their characters perfectly and capture the essence of their journeys. Also, their chemistry is believable, making the blossoming romance a delightful experience. It's easy to root for them to fall in love.

The direction, cinematography and seamless editing make the story unfold in an enchanting manner. Yes, it's cheesy in some parts, yet original in most of it. I love the balance of sweet and sour moments that give the film an emotionally resonating depth.

Overall, Love at First Sight is a delightful film I'll recommend to all rom-com fans. It tugs at the heartstrings and reminds us that love is possible in chance encounters. I'll give it 3 stars out of 5.

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