Some of the best British (and Irish) actors can't save this film: it's a real stinker.
The dialogue is completely unbelievable; it's awkward, stilted and unrealistic. As is the plot.
Whilst Allen is the master of New York banter, he's got no feel for British dialogue, and nearly every scene is cringe-worthy, whether it's the mockney family meal, or the sub-Curtis toffery. Farrell struggles to keep his accent, McGregor's character is shallow and unconvincing, and even the great Tom Wilkinson is obviously floored by the poor quality of the script.
Sorry, this really hurts, but if you value your memory of Allen's earlier films, avoid this.
The dialogue is completely unbelievable; it's awkward, stilted and unrealistic. As is the plot.
Whilst Allen is the master of New York banter, he's got no feel for British dialogue, and nearly every scene is cringe-worthy, whether it's the mockney family meal, or the sub-Curtis toffery. Farrell struggles to keep his accent, McGregor's character is shallow and unconvincing, and even the great Tom Wilkinson is obviously floored by the poor quality of the script.
Sorry, this really hurts, but if you value your memory of Allen's earlier films, avoid this.