By Emily-Rose Toohey
In an era where the romantic comedy has shifted from its central place in movie-making culture, great romcoms are few and far between.
However, when a film that is whacky, fun, endearing, and genuinely laugh-out-loud funny comes along in 2022, one simply cannot ignore it.
This is exactly what the new release film The Lost City is and it delivers on all fronts.
Helmed by Hollywood star Sandra Bullock in a return to romcom form and a charming Channing Tatum, the movie follows a romance novelist (Bullock) who is kidnapped by a scheming billionaire (Daniel Radcliffe) who’s convinced she knows where lost treasure on a remote island is hidden.
The author’s book cover star (Tatum) decides to lead the rescue operation with hilarious results.
Perhaps the greatest moment in the film is Brad Pitt’s cameo.
Yes, you heard me – THE Brad Pitt.
He’s tasked with rescuing Bullock’s character and does so in a hilarious fight sequence – his hair is long and billowing and it’s simply perfect.
Not only does the film provide great comedy, especially through Channing Tatum who is essentially playing his character from 21 Jump Street and it works fantastically.
It also has heart and at its core is a sweet romance between the film’s leads.
This is the part where I discuss the importance of movie stars, which some industry experts claim is a dying breed, but that’s a whole other can of worms.
There’s a major difference between having genuine stars grace our screens versus just great acting.
Actors like Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum have the charisma and star quality that makes movie-goers excited about seeing films.
They draw in crowds and ’pop’ off the screen in a way that’s hard to describe.
While The Lost City isn’t the greatest, most complex film ever made, it knocks it out of the park in the enjoyment department.
It’s entertaining and appealing to mainstream audiences led by strong performances and is currently playing in theatres.
I highly recommend this film if you’re looking for a laugh and two hours of entertainment – it might be a great one for Mother’s Day too.
The Lost City is currently playing in theatres only.
