Paper Heart

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"A story about love that's taking on a life on its own."
  • PG-13
  • 2009
  • 1 hr 28 min
  • 6.0  (8,567)
  • 54

Paper Heart is a quirky and unconventional romantic comedy mockumentary from director Nick Jasenovec. The film stars the talented Charlyne Yi, who also co-wrote the screenplay, and features a strong supporting cast, including Michael Cera and Jake Johnson. The film follows Charlyne Yi as she embarks on a quest to make a documentary about love. As someone who is skeptical about the concept of true love, Charlyne decides to travel around the country and interview various people about their experiences with love, in a bid to better understand it.

Along the way, she meets Michael Cera, who plays himself in the film, and the two begin an awkward and hesitant romance. Charlyne is initially hesitant about getting involved with Michael, as she's worried that her own cynicism about love will prevent her from being able to be in a real relationship. However, as she and Michael spend more time together, Charlyne starts to open up and explore her own feelings about romance and connection.

The documentary style of the film gives it a unique sense of authenticity, as it combines real interviews with staged re-enactments and fictionalized scenes. This hybrid approach helps to keep the story grounded and relatable, even as it delves into surreal and humorous moments.

Throughout the film, Charlyne interviews a range of people from all backgrounds and experiences, including experts on love, long time married couples, and even children. These interviews are interspersed with Charlyne's own exploits as she attempts to navigate the world of dating and falling in love.

The film's humor is subtle and understated, with plenty of witty one-liners and clever observations about love and relationships. However, the film also manages to be deeply poignant and thought-provoking, as it explores the complex and often messy nature of human connection.

Charlyne's journey throughout the film is both endearing and relatable, as she grapples with her own doubts and fears about love. Michael Cera brings his trademark geeky charm to the role, and his interactions with Charlyne are both sweet and awkward.

Jake Johnson provides solid comedic relief as one of Charlyne's interview subjects, who becomes involved in her documentary project in unexpected ways.

Overall, Paper Heart is a charming and touching film that blends elements of documentary and fiction in a unique and refreshing way. Charlyne Yi's quirky and relatable performance anchors the film, while the talented supporting cast bring plenty of laughs and heart to the story. If you're looking for a romantic comedy with a difference, Paper Heart is definitely worth a watch.

Paper Heart is a 2009 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.0 and a MetaScore of 54.

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Paper Heart is available to watch free on Kanopy. It's also available to stream, download and buy on demand at Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube VOD and Vudu. Some platforms allow you to rent Paper Heart for a limited time or purchase the movie and download it to your device.
  • Release Date
    2009
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 28 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.0  (8,567)
  • Metascore
    54