Over Thanksgiving weekend in Chicago, a college kid from California seeks approval from his girlfriend’s dad, a bar owner and author of a dating book titled, “Most Guys are Losers.”
Pam says:
Sandy (Grace Fulton), aka Daddy’s little girl, is bringing home her new boyfriend from college, and while this is always a stressful situation, Dad’s (Andy Buckley) best-selling book “Most Guys are Losers” makes it an even more intimidating for poor Bo (Michael Provost).
Sandy has ticked all the boxes and knows that Bo is the perfect guy for her. And with these boxes all filled in, she knows Dad will love him, but of course, no one is good enough for his little girl. This is a very predictable story filled with misunderstandings, miscommunications, and the need for an adult child to make her own way. However, even with the predictability, there’s a certain charm and sweetness to the story as writer/director Eric Ustian capitalizes on the setting of Chicago and all things precious to locals, particularly sports and the pressures parents, intentionally and inadvertently, place upon their children; especially the oldest child.
Buckley’s comedic timing paired with Mira Sorvino as Mom elevate the film thanks to their natural performances. Keith David as Al the bartender couldn’t have had a more relaxed performance as family friend and confidant, and while Fulton and Provost adequately portray the young couple in love, it is Sander Thomas’s portrayal of the whip-smart little brother aka Dad’s little spy, who steals the show when he’s on screen.
“Most Guys are Losers” with its homage to Chicago gives us several laughs and with an unexpected cameo at the end, there’s a charm that is undeniable. 2 1/2 stars
Chuck says:
Poorly written and acted, this is a timewaster from the word “Go.” Much of the plot revolves around a series of misunderstandings – the sign of lazy screenwriting – all of which could be easily solved with a bit of imagination and effort, which the movie lacks. Insulting and trite, this makes the typical Hallmark Film look like classic filmmaking. 1 Star.
