Animal Attraction Reviews

Easy watching

Talkshow talent scout Jane Goodale (Judd) falls in love with Ray (Kinnear) who appears to be the man of her dreams. Unfortunately appearances are deceptive and she is left wallowing in misanthropy. To help a friend she pours her resentment against men into a newspaper column which becomes nationally successful. Her growing friendship with Eddie (Jackman) does nothing but reinforce her opinions as he is a serial womaniser with a coldly utilitarian view of relations between the sexes.

The film suffers from several structural problems: it tries for a quirkiness of style which it doesn't follow through on enough, with the result that it seems out of place. The anti-men philosophy that Jane produces is underdeveloped and feels like a mere plot device. But what holds it together are strong performances from the main players. Judd, Kinnear and Jackman do just what is required to make it work. Kinnear's performance is the weakest of the three but he doesn't really have a lot to work with. Hugh Jackman projects affected amorality with an easy charisma while Judd is believable as the suffering lead. The comedy is comfortable rather than laugh out loud funny but overall the film is engaging and fun to watch.

A chick flick!

This is not a film to watch with a man, nor is it a film to watch if you are trying to get over a man.

Very much a chick flick, the story line was weak and things didn't always make sense or flow. It all moved a bit too quickly and there wasn't any explanation of what was going on.

However, watching Hugh Jackman take his clothes off is more than compensation and will have you ogling quite happily at his gorgeous body.

Oh and if a guy does want to watch this, Ashley Judd also strips down to her smalls.

This film was a little different to what I usually watch. I really didn't think I'd enjoy it. I turned it off twice at the beginning and then thought I'd paid to see it give it a chance. How wrong I was! It was filled with great stars and characters even a small guest appearance from Ashleys mum (Naomi) she's a makeup lady near the end of the film and her sis (Wynonna) has a song at the end of the film!

mmmm!

This was a good rom-com, seemed predictable at first and to pardon the pun' the good guys come out on top'.

Add to this the sight of Hugh Jackman wearing merely boxer shorts.Trust me it is worth the effort.

[Highly rated reviewer]

chick flick with a bit extra

Chick flicks aren't my bag but I got it out because I rate Ashley Judd and Greg Kinnear. It's not bad, bit quirkier than others in this genre and although not hilarious, it delivers some playful male/female contrasts that make you smile. If you want an above average, easy viewing romance, with watchable, capable acting then I would recommend.

Absolute rubbish - it really shouldn't have any stars!!

I found Ashley Judd totally unwatchable in this movie for two reasons: one she was way too old to be playing the role and she over acted to the point where i had to switch the film off.

The only thing worth watching was Hugh Jackman (for obvious reasons).

The storyline was obvious and I can't say anything good about it.

If you are tempted, don't - life is too short!! There are much better movies to watch.

Loved the book as well

I loved the book and the film doesn't disappoint but is definitely one for the women. Love the 'old cow, new cow' philosophy about how men view women but the two leads make this film into an enjoyable rom-com. I'd recommend that you read the book as well, really made me laugh.

Not Much Attraction

This movie is ok if you really have nothing better to do. It is very predicable and kept me thinking 'as if' throughout.

Ashley Judd cries brilliantly though and less face it Hugh Jackman is yummy!

Hugh Attraction!

This movie isn't one of the greatest but it is fun with some great laughs to be had. Leave your brain at the door and accept the movie as it is. The Characters are fun and well put together. To be honest though this movie is mostly worth watching just to see Hugh Jackman looking as gorgoeus as ever!

Pleasing little film

Yes it was the usual story but nevertheless I enjoyed it. Its nice to cuddle up and watch a soppy movie now and again.