Definitely, Maybe

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"Three relationships. Three disasters. One last chance."
  • PG-13
  • 2008
  • 1 hr 52 min
  • 7.1  (172,318)
  • 59

Definitely, Maybe is a romantic comedy-drama movie that was released in 2008. The film stars Ryan Reynolds as Will Hayes, a young father who is going through a divorce. His daughter, Maya (played by Abigail Breslin), wants to know all about how her parents met and fell in love, so Will decides to tell her the story of his romantic past.

Through a series of flashbacks, the viewers are introduced to the three significant women in Will's life. There's his college sweetheart, Emily (played by Elizabeth Banks), who he met while studying at the University of Wisconsin. Emily is a free-spirited girl who loves to take risks and pursue adventure. The two quickly fall in love, but their relationship ends as Emily moves to New York to work for the Clinton campaign.

The second woman in Will's life is April (played by Isla Fisher), who he meets while working on the Clinton campaign in New York. April is a sweet and quirky young woman who quickly captures Will's heart. However, their relationship is soon cut short when April decides to move to Ann Arbor to attend law school.

Finally, there's Summer (played by Rachel Weisz). Will meets Summer while working as a political consultant in New York. Summer is an intelligent and driven journalist who is passionate about her work. Although they have a strong connection, Summer’s reluctance to commit is a persistent issue in the relationship.

Throughout the movie, Maya tries to decipher which of these women is her mother. As Maya listens to Will’s stories, she learns about the different challenges and obstacles that love can present. The movie keeps the audience guessing as to which of the women Will ends up with.

One of the central themes of the movie is the idea of second chances. As Will tells Maya about his past relationships, it becomes clear that he has never truly let go of his love for Emily. Flashbacks show that even as he becomes involved with April and Summer, Emily remains a significant presence in his life. In this way, Definitely, Maybe examines the idea of fate and destiny in terms of romantic relationships.

The film also unpacks issues of career and work-life balance. All three of the women in Will’s life are highly motivated and ambitious in their careers. Emily goes on to become a successful businesswoman, April is on her way to becoming a lawyer, and Summer is an accomplished journalist. However, for each of these women, their professional successes often come at the expense of their romantic relationships. Definitely, Maybe raises complicated questions about what it means to be successful in both one’s career and personal life.

Ultimately, Definitely, Maybe is a charming and heartwarming movie that explores the complexities of romantic relationships. With strong performances from Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, and Abigail Breslin, the film weaves together a captivating story that keeps the audience guessing until the very end. Regardless of whether you're a fan of romantic comedies or not, Definitely, Maybe is a movie that will undoubtedly leave you feeling warm and happy.

Definitely, Maybe is a 2008 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.1 and a MetaScore of 59.

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  • Release Date
    2008
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 52 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (172,318)
  • Metascore
    59
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