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How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days streaming

2003 Movie United States, Germany Romance, Comedy 116 min Ages 12+
By: Donald Petrie With: Thomas Lennon, Michael Michele, Annie Parisse, Kate Hudson, Matthew McConaughey

Benjamin Barry is an advertising executive competing with two female co-workers for a major campaign for a diamond merchant. He cuts a deal with his competitors that the account is his if he can make a woman of their choice fall in love with him in 10 days. In comes Andie Anderson who, in turn, is writing a story on how to lose a guy in 10 days as a bet with her boss to be allowed to write more substantial stories. With a hidden agenda in each camp, will either party be able to complete their mission?

Filmium rating
58%

Mood

Funny
Humorous
Light
Lighthearted
Romantic

Cast & Crew

Donald Petrie
Jeannie Long
Michele Alexander
Kristen Buckley
Thomas Lennon
Michael Michele
Adam Goldberg
Kathryn Hahn
Annie Parisse
Kate Hudson
Matthew McConaughey
Romantic Leads

Adaptation

Based On Book
Original Screenplay
Romantic Premise

Budget

Mainstream
Studio Film
Studio-Produced

Cinematic Technique

Character Interactions
Close-Ups
Colorful
Mainstream
Studio-Shot
Traditional Shot Composition

Narrative Structure

Comedic Setup
Conflict-Driven
Linear
Predictable
Resolution-Focused
Romantic Rivalry

Pace

Dynamic
Energetic
Fast-Paced
Lightning-Quick
Urgent

Runtime

Light
Romantic Comedy
Standard Length

Soundtrack

Celine Dion
Pop Music
Romantic Score

Style

Bright
Cinematic
Comedic Timing
Romantic Comedy
Visual Storytelling

Time-Period

2003
Early 2000S
Modern

Central Conflict

Comedic Conflict
Deception
Love Vs. Bet
Opposing Goals
Romantic Rivalry
Romantic Tension

Characters

Advertising Executive
Journalist
Romantic Leads

Ending

Happy Ending
Reconciliation
Romantic Reunion

Historical Context

Contemporary Setting
Early 2000S
Modern Era

Key Plot Points

Dating Challenge
Public Breakup
True Love Revealed

Plot

Comedic Conflict
Dating Bet
Fake Relationship
Hidden Intentions
Romantic Bet
Romantic Rivalry

Setting

Contemporary
New York City
Office And Social Scenes
Urban
Urban Environment

Shooting Location

City Scenes
New York
Urban Set

Theme

Deception
Love
Love And Deception
Relationship Complexities
Relationship Growth
True Feelings

Genre

Comedy
Drama
Romance
Romantic Comedy

Audiences

Couples
Romance Fans
Romantic Comedy Fans
Teenagers
Young Adults

Titles

2003 Film
Comment se faire larguer en 10 leçons
Como Perder a un Chico en 10 Dias
Hogyan veszítsünk el egy pasit 10 nap alatt
How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days
Hvordan bli dumpet på 10 dager
Romantic Comedy
Wie werde ich ihn los - in 10 Tagen?

Box Office Success

$105.8 Million
2003 Hit
Successful Comedy

Critical Reception

42% Rotten Tomatoes
Mixed Reviews
Predictable Script

Popularity

Cult Following
Mainstream Success
Widely Watched

Ratings

A– Cinemascore
Popular
Positive Audience

Reception

Audience Appeal
Box Office Success
Mixed Reviews
Moderate Box Office
Popular

Production Countries

Film Produced In America
Hollywood
Usa

Release Year

2003
Contemporary
Early 2000S
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