The Idea of You

The Idea of You (2024)★ 6.4/10

R · US · 115 min · March 16, 2024

  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • Music
  • Romance

Directed by: Michael Showalter

Written by: Robinne Lee, Michael Showalter, Jennifer Westfeldt

Solène, a 40-year-old single mother, begins a whirlwind romance with 24-year-old pop star Hayes after meeting him at Coachella, but the relationship is tested by fame and public judgment.

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BBarbara_HolcombSeptember 2, 2024
Anne Hathaway is seriously gorgeous. I couldn't stop looking at her through the whole movie. It's clear that there's a big difference in how someone in their 20s and 40s thinks, so the guy's thoughts and actions seemed a little naive. And by the way, I'm all for women going for what they are passionate about, no matter what.
MMorgan_RojasAugust 16, 2024
The trailer had me excited, especially since the female lead is Anne Hathaway, and I was curious about how the film would handle the older woman-younger man dynamic. Unfortunately, the story fails to evoke empathy for their relationship, and it’s hard to root for this on-screen couple.
CCandice_ClaytonAugust 16, 2024
There’s absolutely no chemistry between the leads, and the male lead’s fashion sense is atrocious—there’s no way he’s a pop star, whereas the female lead looks more like a celebrity. The plot is dull and predictable, with no connection to reality. In truth, an ordinary person dating a star wouldn’t attract so much media attention.
CCraig_SimsAugust 9, 2024
The guys in this movie, including the main character, are definitely not perfect. You can definitely tell the lead guy has a bit of an attitude in his conversations. But that makes the movie so interesting and realistic because it shows how people can grow and change. By the end, he's come a long way, and the director does a great job of making his character more well-rounded with some clever camera angles and lines. It really brings him to life.
MMichael_FosterAugust 9, 2024
This movie is a fantastic mix of romance and fantasy that takes you on a beautiful, heartfelt adventure. The way it's narrated and the imagination behind it is unique. You can really feel the characters' emotions because they're so well fleshed out. The director does an amazing job of seamlessly blending all the magical elements. It's not just a love story; it's also a celebration of dreams and bravery.
CCarrie_WillisAugust 9, 2024
With Anne Hathaway as the star, the love story in this movie feels way too sugary sweet, like something straight out of a fairy tale that is not gonna happen in real life. I mean, she's Anne Hathaway! And I don't wanna put it like that, but the main guy's costumes are really not okay. As for the plot, it is a bit basic, more like a teen flick, and honestly, I feel no real spark or chemistry between the main characters. However, the gorgeous scenery adds a lot to the experience.
CCandace_HarmonJune 6, 2024
The ending of this movie is refreshingly realistic, and it avoids falling into the clichés often found in mindless romantic films. However, it does not provide a clear-cut answer. The idea that two people with similar experiences can easily understand each other is not always applicable in the real world. The movie effectively conveys its intended message, and Anne Hathaway remains charming and professional, delivering a solid performance. However, this film is entertaining without offering anything fresh overall.
YyvonneeeeeeMay 27, 2024
a romantic love story
LlunalunaMay 26, 2024
I watched Anne Hathaway's new film "The Idea of You.""Honey tablets" for middle-aged women. . The male protagonist is 24 years old, the lead singer of a popular band, handsome, charming, infatuated, gentle... so perfect that he can satisfy all the imaginations of middle-aged women about young men. The whole movie looks stupid, but why not? Middle-aged men can imagine "Lolita", then why can't middle-aged women imagine "The Idea of You"? It's all imagination anyway, at least in my opinion, this imagination is better than the hit "Fifty Shades of Grey" back then.
EElisabeteMay 22, 2024
This movie seems to suggest that love is only for the extraordinary, portraying a romance between a rich, good-looking guy and a powerful, drop-dead gorgeous woman. That kind of portrayal can send a wrong message, especially to the younger generation, that love is only for those with looks and status.
GGlen_BensonMay 22, 2024
I was so hyped after watching the trailer because Anne Hathaway was the lead actress, and I was curious how she'd handle the whole age-gap relationship thing. But the plot didn't click with me at all, and I couldn't buy into their chemistry as a couple. The director seemed to aim for this socially groundbreaking and pure love story, but it just ended up feeling awkward.
DDaniela Ayelen RuizFebruary 15, 2026
todavia no la vi

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