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The Lovebirds (2020) Review

Not a whole ‘lotta love

  • Chris Carter Chris Carter
  • June 2, 2020
  • 2 Minute Read
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Score: 6 / 10

We’re entering an unknown era for the film industry, but the way in which The Lovebirds was repurposed for Netflix isn’t quite so unique.

We’ve seen Netflix snatch theatrical releases in the past (The Cloverfield Paradox), but this time, admittedly; timing is everything. Paramount was all set to release The Lovebirds theatrically on April 3, but due to the current global pandemic, Netflix opted to grab it and release it on May 22 instead. I assure you: this whole process is slightly more intriguing than the film itself.

The Lovebirds is a comedy that seems constantly at odds with itself. It has two very likable actors portraying two very unlikable characters (who are barely explored or redeemed). The plot moves at a breakneck pace and into all sorts of shadowy organizations or conspiracy theories, but never actually follows up on them. In-between all of that chaos, there’s laughs to be had. As the primary goal of a comedy (!) that’s great! But I can’t help but feel like there’s a lot of potential left on the table.

The premise, which we’ve seen before in films like Date Night, is simple. A couple is on the verge of breaking up after issues have been stewing for quite some time, but grow closer together thanks to a grand action-packed adventure. Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani don’t have the best chemistry together (they have their moments), but individually stand strong as comedic forces of nature.

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Final Thoughts:

Lovebirds has some funny moments, but the plot goes nowhere and jumps around too quickly.
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The Lovebirds

Director(s): Michael Showalter
Cast: Issa Rae, Kumail Nanjiani, Paul Sparks, Anna Camp
Running Time: 86 min

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