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Summary: Light and Enjoyable
Review: "The Prince and Me" probably isn't the most profound film you'll ever see, but it's enjoyable enough.
Paige Morgan (Julia Stiles) is a farm girl from Wisconsin, who is working hard at college, determined to get into med-school. Unlike many of her friends, she has figured out where she wants to go in life, and nothing will shake her vision or her focus. At least, that's what she thought until she meets "Eddie", a handsome Danish exchange student, well read, spoilt, lazy, and totally out of place in the college. Wherever Paige goes, he's there, in her way, annoying her with his rich-boy attitude. He's in her biology class, gets assigned as her lab partner, starts working at the bar she works at. Yet, as they get to know each other, this hate turns to like, this like to love. Then one shocking day, paparazzi swamp the lovers, and Paige discovers that Eddie is actually Crown Prince Edvard of Denmark. That's when her med-school focus and life plan really gets turned upside down...
One thing I liked about "The Prince and Me" is the way American college life is potrayed. It is definitely a movie, yes, but I found the dialogue and the ins and outs of life in the college to be fairly believable, making it a lot easier to sypathize with Paige. This believability was also a good contrast between the "royal" scenes that appear later in the film, which are a lot less believable (and less fun I thought, unlike say the royal scenes in "The Princess Diaries").
If you're looking for a romantic comedy, or some light entertainment on a lazy afternoon the "Prince and Me" would be a good choice. On that level, it works great.
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Summary: Fluffy Fairy Tale, But Amiable Julia Stitles Still Shines
Review: 'The Prince and Me' features charming Julia Stiles as American college student Paige, who is determined to make it in the academic field. There, from Denmark, comes Prince Edvard (played by British Luke Mably) as 'Eddie' seeking for lots of fun and chicks here in Wisconsin, just because he saw these cute American girls on TV. What happens in the 1h50m film is nothing surprisng, except that the real Prince of Denmark, Crown Prince Frederick married a commoner Mary Donaldson of Australia the same year this film was released.
The film is a typical fairy tale like 'The Princess Diaries,' but considering that fact above mentioned, it should have more topicality and credibility in it. Adults watching it, however, will find the film's story nothing new, keeping itself in the quite safe territory. The story is made out of strict formulas -- including comic relief Ben Miller appearing as Eddie's valet -- and the love story between Paige and Eddie develops exactly as you expect. They hate each other at first, then come to realize that the girl/boy is not as bad as he/she had been thinking.
Still, the actors are so amiable that they almost get away with the cliched script and Martha Coolige's by-the-numbers play-it-safe direction. In fact, 'The Prince and Me' proves unwittingly that Julia Stiles is such a fine, talented actress who needs and deserves much better films, romantic comedy or not. Her natural charms exude so easily in the too familiar situations that she can give credibility even to the most contrived spript.
Veterans also appear. Miranda Richardson and James Fox as The Queen and The King of Denmark, and they are as great as you can imagine. If only the film decided to include their turns more, and shows something interactive between them and Julia Stiles. As it is, their roles are obligatory at best, though still they render the film's images of royal family more credible ... just briefly though.
Escapism, Cinderella story, whatever you say, 'The Prince and Me' has some funny scenes and plausible moments concerning the royal family in it. And after all, the leads are so likable that it is hard to hate this film. Still, it could be better, I think, with shorter running time and tight direction. And if I say that the ending is very weak -- it could be and should be more romantic -- the most devoted fans would agree with me.
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Summary: Pretty much predictable all the way...
Review: Despite the efforts to describe this story as a great story that has not been done before, the reality is far different from that suggested by the producers of the film. This is little more than yet another variation on the Cinderella story that Hollywood has been milking for one hundred years. Some of those milkings have been somewhat more successful than the others, but overall it is a theme that we have all become rather too familiar with over the years in film. It also does not help that it has been paraded in some form or another in real life over recent decades too. So what exactly does The Prince & Me offer that makes it stand out in a crowd?
Basically not a whole lot. My attraction to the film was simply due to the casting of Julia Stiles in the lead role - of the emerging crop of new female actors, she is in my view one of the better ones and she rarely offers up a poor performance. The trouble is that whilst she might not offer up poor performances, sometimes her co-workers are not so discriminating and at times let her down. This is perhaps one of those times. As for other attractions the film might have? Not too many.
Yet despite all the less than positive vibes here, what results is a decent enough romantic comedy that is by no means an atrocious way to spend two hours of your life. There are certainly a lot better choices out there, but equally there are loads of even worse choices. As long as you are not expecting too much from the film, this should prove to be an enjoyable film.
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Summary: Prince and Me....
Review: I love this movie! It starts out that Paige is a hard nose school girl who thinks only about school and wants no distractions. Yet, then comes Edvard and he turns Paige's world around! Edvard is from Denmark and is in line to be the King when his father can no longer handle it (he is ill). Edvard travels to the University of Wisconsin and wants to "find himself". He runs into Paige as she is working on night and tries hitting on her in his crass way. She doesn't take lighting to him and runs him off -only to find out the next day Edvard is in Paige's class and they end up lab partners. Paige still not taking interest in Edvard is rude to him-and he keeps trying to woo her. They end up working together at the bar and she helps him out when Thanksgiving comes Paige's friend decides since Paige doesn't want to take him home she would spanning Paige to ask Edvard to come home with her. This is when the chemistry comes and when they get back to campus they finally go to the `lofts" when two reporters catch them she runs out feeling as though he lied to her. He learns his father is getting worse each day and he will be King soon. So he flies back to Denmark and Paige then realizes from a note that Edvard left that she had fallen love with him. She then goes to Denmark to look for him. And to find out what happens in-between this synopsis and the end you will have to watch the movie! It is full of comedy and love and is an all around good movie!
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Summary: A cute and believable love story!
Review: I saw this cute film a weekend before opening, during a local sneak preview, and let me say, it was great!Wisconsin-born Paige Morgan (Julia Stiles) thinks boys are a distraction. In fact, she never dates, preferring to keep her mind on her pre-med college studies: she's worked hard for everything she's got! Prince Edvard "Eddie" of Denmark (Luke Mably) has the opposite problem: he has grown up surrounded by wealth and privilege (having been groomed since birth to become the next ruler of his country). Only thing is: he's not ready for the responsibility! Along with his trusty servant/bodyguard Soren (Ben Miller), the Prince enrolls as a student at a Wisconsin college, in order to meet girls; he immediately sets off to the local hangout to find some. It is there that he runs into Paige, who is working; she dislikes him from the start, as he acts as less than a gentleman to her. When Eddie comes along the next day and pairs up with her as her lab partner, she's not about to change her mind about him...after all, he's just a rich playboy. Isn't he? Although Eddie quickly realizes that she is the girl for him: the ONLY girl for him. He apologizes for his earlier behavior and the two become friends, and then something more. But when Paige discovers that her Eddie is actually Prince Edvard Valdemar Dangaard, soon to be 51st ruler of Denmark, she is understandably upset that he lied to her...but will she forgive him? And if she does, will the Prince be able to convince his parents to accept a poor Wisconsin girl as the future queen of Denmark? Running from the paparazzi, exploding lab chemicals, lawnmower races, and a royal procession, this movie is full of cute moments of excitement and fun! For those of you with kids that are worried about content, there is barely any language in the film (one "bloody" and one "I'm going to kick your a**"), and other than a few scenes in a bar hangout and some make-out scenses, it is very family friendly! From the beautiful scenery and dream-like sequence of events (that come across VERY realistically), this romantic film is definitely worth the watch! The chemistry and love that blossoms between Paige and Eddie is so sweet and believable that you can't help falling in love with the characters themselves, and wishing that every girl could end up with their Prince Charming and live happily ever after!
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Summary: Cute movie, slight realistic problems with the royal aspect.
Review: I think the biggest problem I have with this movie is seeing how inaccurately the Danish Royal family is portrayed in this movie, the real Royal family is rather interesting in and of itself. The typical mother rules the home role that the Queen played was a bit much. Also in Denmark, the king cannot just step down, he has to actually pass away before the next person can be crowned (unlike in the Netherlands where the reigning monarch can step down). Also, they did show what royals today do, they do openings of buildings, visit hospitals, etc., this is what real life princesses do in addition to sitting on councils with the state.
While I disliked the end because it wasn't a typical fairy tale ending, I also disliked it for Paige's illogical view of her future. As a princess or a queen she would have been able to bring much more attention to the Doctor's Without Borders program that she as a doctor could ever do on her own. Think of the late Princess Diana who probably added millions of dollars to the bank accounts of charities that she was involved in simply be being a patron. Princesses and Queens can also finish college.
Also for some problems others mentioned, the Danish do in fact know English, most people do, especially people who interact internationally on a regular basis. Also many of the Crown Princes of European countries spend some time at American universities to get away from the paprazzi in their own countries.
Over all it's a fun romantic comedy with an ending that is non-tradition, fun to watch when your in a girlie mood, and there is even a tractor racing scene for your boyfriend. :)
Rating:
Summary: Better than Expected
Review: I was expecting Cinderella, and this film delivers. Cinderella is in the form of a pre-med in Wisconsin, played by down-to-earth Julia Stiles. When the Prince of Denmark (no not Hamlet) flies to America looking for girls he imagined to be like wild girls, he sets his sights on Julia. Completely different than any girl he has ever met, Julia soon teaches the irresponsible prince a lesson about growing up and finding love. Beautifully romantic if you love princess movies, but updated with modern concerns. Reminds of a few good princess books/movies: Princess Diaries, Ella Enchanted, Diary of a Discount Donna, Pretty Woman, and Ever After.
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Summary: Smashing Julia
Review: I was expecting much of the Prince & Me but it has become more than I expected.The fact that one of main characters is Prince of Denmark (just got married to an Aussie recently for those
who want facts) adds to its comic witty but heartwarming touch.
Julia was magnificent Its is just a magic touch that she has delivered and it makes any red blooded romantic male believe
in her dream.
The only thing I found displeasing was the rushness of the film
as showed some of Stiles inexpirience but I think with time she could be one of Americas very special actors.
I could watch this movie over and over again,it maybe romantic & energetic but it shows us how special respect and care for one another should be shown more
Do we have more prince & princess out there!
Rating:
Summary: Pretty Good Movie
Review: It was a pretty good movie. I was glad they didn't make royal life too perfect. Another wonderful point of this movie is the real
depth they gave the chacters and how they interacted with one & the other. I just wish the ending was a little more romantic. A Royal
wedding say eight years down the line when she has finshed medical
school and became a doctor would be a great ending. Who know maybe in a couple years a sequel will be made with the wedding?
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Summary: I LOVED this movie
Review: Julia Stiles and Luke Mably were awesome. I saw this movie and loved it. It is the type of movie that can make you smile. I enjoy movies that can make you smile. As for the weather... WHO CARES? The weather added to the storyline, how manytimes has Cinderella gone to the ball in snow? I can't wait till this movie comes out on DVD. The story was like a real fairy tale. Tell me one girl who does not want to get wrapped up in a fairy tale once in a while? We are raised from the beginning of childhood life that fairy tales are just that... in this movie Paige is given the chance to live a true fairy tale. After realizing that she also remembers her dream, she remembers she will never give that up for anyone, not even prince charming. Paige is going to change the world. I loved that aspect of the movie. I want to see women who want to change the world and will work as hard as they have to in order to do so. I dont know, I guess I am just a hopeless romantic or something. But really, I think I just enjoy smiling every once in a while in the world we live in. Go see this movie, It was a real love story to lift your spirts.
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