This movie is written in a spectacular manner and the jokes are executed very well with an array of talent. Everyone in the theater was laughing throughout the entire film and there are a lot of funny & relatable moments. This film is enjoyable for mature people who are quick thinkers. The lead actress in the film is witty & quirky which is great to finally see a different character on screen!
5 Reviews
Problematic plot, but great romantic chemistry!
lymullen4 November 2023
J. Alphonse Nicholson's portrayal of the hardworking and earnest pharmaceutical sales rep, Terrence, truly salvaged this movie, which suffered from multiple issues.
Perfectly Single revolves around Edie, a successful eye doctor who is turning 40 yet outside of the romance novels she devours, she is not fulfilled romantically. Then she meets a younger man, Terrence, who she doesn't encounter until halfway through the movie, which is the first problem. She meets her romantic lead without enough time left to truly explore their relationship.
Another problem was aside from our hero and heroine--Terrence and Edie--everybody and I mean everybody from the best friends, to the bookshop owner to the coworkers-talked about nothing BUT sex. I mean, there was NO other kind of conversation. They were supposed to be jokes, but after awhile, it was just too much.
Another thing is that inconsistencies plague the film. In one scene, Edie (portrayed by Erica Hubbard) and her assistant engage in a conversation with Terrence as he attempts to introduce his products to them. Suddenly, Edie remarks, "I think we need some artwork on the walls." This felt like a setup for something significant but led to nothing. The film also introduces subplots that promise intrigue but are left unresolved, like Edie's best friend claiming to have a happy marriage while secretly engaging with someone else.
Despite its potential, the film fails to explore or address the considerable age gap between Edie and Terrence or the ethical dilemma surrounding Edie using Terrence's products if they pursue a relationship. These potential conflicts are introduced but never fully developed or resolved.
Because Terrence arrives late in the movie, there were not that many romantic moments. But there was a really good scene when Edie and Terrence walked hand in hand amidst an array of lighted columns. This is where Terrence opens up about his feelings for her.
Terrence was a breath of fresh air in general. A combination of ambition, reserved behavior, and limited experience. This, in addition to the mesmerizing on-screen chemistry between Erica Hubbard and J. Alphonse Nicholson, was worth watching. Giving Perfectly Single 6 stars.
Perfectly Single revolves around Edie, a successful eye doctor who is turning 40 yet outside of the romance novels she devours, she is not fulfilled romantically. Then she meets a younger man, Terrence, who she doesn't encounter until halfway through the movie, which is the first problem. She meets her romantic lead without enough time left to truly explore their relationship.
Another problem was aside from our hero and heroine--Terrence and Edie--everybody and I mean everybody from the best friends, to the bookshop owner to the coworkers-talked about nothing BUT sex. I mean, there was NO other kind of conversation. They were supposed to be jokes, but after awhile, it was just too much.
Another thing is that inconsistencies plague the film. In one scene, Edie (portrayed by Erica Hubbard) and her assistant engage in a conversation with Terrence as he attempts to introduce his products to them. Suddenly, Edie remarks, "I think we need some artwork on the walls." This felt like a setup for something significant but led to nothing. The film also introduces subplots that promise intrigue but are left unresolved, like Edie's best friend claiming to have a happy marriage while secretly engaging with someone else.
Despite its potential, the film fails to explore or address the considerable age gap between Edie and Terrence or the ethical dilemma surrounding Edie using Terrence's products if they pursue a relationship. These potential conflicts are introduced but never fully developed or resolved.
Because Terrence arrives late in the movie, there were not that many romantic moments. But there was a really good scene when Edie and Terrence walked hand in hand amidst an array of lighted columns. This is where Terrence opens up about his feelings for her.
Terrence was a breath of fresh air in general. A combination of ambition, reserved behavior, and limited experience. This, in addition to the mesmerizing on-screen chemistry between Erica Hubbard and J. Alphonse Nicholson, was worth watching. Giving Perfectly Single 6 stars.
If I could give it less than zero, I would!
K-reviews29 July 2019
This is the worst movie I have ever seen!!!! And I've seen a lot of movies. The acting is awful, the characters are awful, the storyline and "message" is degrading and awful, the screenplay is mysogynistic, and downright disgusting at times. It's worse than a student production - not sure it even qualifies as a movie! Just awful. I want my money and two hours back.
just plain hard to watch....
idoreviewssometimes729 July 2019
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This movie didn't seem great by any means in the trailer but what i actually got from this was absolute cringe. from the first scene it was strange...the main character was having a conversation with someone literally next to her..but was staring off to the side the entire time never even looking at him..It seemed the actors were just belting out lines waiting for the other person to say their lines..making this movie really awkward and uninteresting to watch. apart from situations looking forced the plot is all over the place and makes no sense. literally got up and left. i was at my cringe threshold.
My gosh
gottalovet-117 May 2020
I don't know what's worse. The bad acting, the storyline, the ageism, the toxic masculinity, the colorism, or what but this movie was hard to watch.
I gave this movie three stars for effort. But I wouldn't watch this movie again. No way
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