Runaway Bride ***1/2 (out of 5) (1999)

Cast: Julia Roberts, Richard Gere, Joan Cusack, Hector Elizondo, Rita Wilson

Directed by Garry Marshall

 

A New York columnist hears a scoop about a woman who ditched several husbands on the altar of her wedding. He writes about her without properly researching the stories and ends up losing his job. In an attempt to resurrect his career, he tries to get his facts straight and travels to find this woman, on the virge of attempting to get married for the fourth time.

Predictable but highly enjoyable romantic comedy, with director Garry Marshall rejoining the PRETTY WOMAN team ofRoberts and Gere in fine form. Many funny moments and terrific performances help keep the fun going and laughs coming. Although contrived and not particularly memorable, it passes the time with ease and amiability that makes it impossible to not have a good time watching. And here's a rare statement from me: Richard Gere is good in this one. It may not be PRETTY WOMAN, but it's quite good nonetheless.

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