6.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Isn't It Romantic (2019)
Isn't It Romantic (2019)
Overview
For a long time, Natalie, an Australian architect living in New York City, had always believed that what she had seen in rom-coms is all fantasy. But after thwarting a mugger at a subway station only to be knocked out while fleeing, Natalie wakes up and discovers that her life has suddenly become her worst nightmare—a romantic comedy—and she is the leading lady.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Viewer Rating
6.3
Overview
For a long time, Natalie, an Australian architect living in New York City, had always believed that what she had seen in rom-coms is all fantasy. But after thwarting a mugger at a subway station only to be knocked out while fleeing, Natalie wakes up and discovers that her life has suddenly become her worst nightmare—a romantic comedy—and she is the leading lady.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film critiques unrealistic romantic comedy tropes and promotes self-love and authentic relationships, themes that are more cultural and psychological than explicitly political, thus balancing potential progressive critiques of media with individualistic solutions.
The movie features some visible diversity within its supporting cast, though its central roles are traditionally cast without explicit race or gender swaps. The narrative primarily satirizes romantic comedy tropes and celebrates self-love, rather than offering a critical portrayal of traditional identities.
Secondary
The film includes a gay character, Donny, whose portrayal varies between a stereotypical 'gay best friend' in the satirical rom-com fantasy and a more grounded individual in reality. While it depicts a common trope, the film's meta-commentary on romantic comedies positions this as a critique rather than an affirmation or denigration of LGBTQ+ identity, resulting in a neutral net impact.
The film "Isn't It Romantic" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on a woman's journey through a romantic comedy world, exploring tropes related to heterosexual romance and self-love, without engaging with transgender identities or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This film is an original story with new characters created specifically for it. There are no pre-existing characters from source material, prior installments, or historical records whose gender was altered.
Isn't It Romantic is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical basis, or established canon for any character's race to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.9
6.2
Critic Ratings
7.0
6.0
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