The One and Only (2002)
When Stevie meets Neil on the day he comes to deliver her brand new kitchen, it's already too late for love at first sight. Too late for both of them. Stevie is already five minutes pregnant by her Italian footballer husband. And too late for Neil too - his wife Jenny has already applied to adopt an African girl. But too late or otherwise, love at first sight is exactly what happens. How can Neil and Stevie get out of their mistaken marriages and into each others arms?
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Sorry, this movie sucks
A Masterpiece!
This is a must-see and one of the best documentaries - and films - of this year.
It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.
I'm astonished at the lack of reviews for this delightful film. Also surprised that several recent ones were from the recent TV showing. This shows how poor the films distribution was, and is typical and lamentable for British film. This was a gem of a picture. My wife and I were laughing ourselves fit to burst. The romance was a treat and lightly handled. Roxburgh's Geordie accent was spot on. Who are these alleged critics who have nothing better to do than attack actors for trying to act. Should they all be like the cast of Eastenders and disclaim their lines in their natural voice ? I also think that Jonathan Cake is a great undiscovered comic talent, and was as brilliant as ever. One day he will get his breakthrough role and then we will be treated to his back catalogue of characterisations in forgotten classics like this one.
First off, I had no problem with the Geordie accents in this film. I had no idea that the leads were Australian and South African by birth. I bought the accents, no problem. And I come from the North, so I should think I have an idea.I thought the cast were great. Especially Patsy Kensit, who turned in the best "acting" performance that I've ever seen her do.Nope. No problems with the cast. It was the script that was dire. Full of holes. Ridiculous scenarios like leaving the adopted child in the care of a recently widowed Roxburgh or the multitude of doctors and nurses around the hospital bed. Racing to the hospital/train station was just corny and predictable.I know it was meant to be a black comedy but the way it trivialized such plot strands as death and abortion was nothing short of lame.Just another one of those British films that tries but fails, I'm afraid
I loved this film! It was funny and it had a great story. I love Richard Roxburgh! He is a brilliant and talented actor. I don't see anything wrong with this film - its a bit of fun - dont listen to everything that critics say. I gave it a ten and i'm going to purchase the dvd for my collection. :o)
Really funny film, with some beautiful locations and wonderful acting. The actor who plays Stan is fantastic and I couldn't wait for him to reappear. Very stylish and beautifully filmed. Light and easy entertainment, that made me laugh a lot.