Music and Lyrics (Full Screen Edition) | 
| Director: Marc Lawrence (ii)
Actors: Hugh Grant, Drew Barrymore, Brad Garrett, Kristen Johnston, Campbell Scott
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
List Price: $28.98
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Rating:  220 reviews
Sales Rank: 31482
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Full Screen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 1004 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: WARD111280D
UPC: 085391112808
EAN: 0085391112808
ASIN: B000OYC7PS
Theatrical Release Date: February 14, 2007
Release Date: May 8, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Music and Lyrics is frothy and sweet, like the top of a perfect cappuccino shared a deux. Hugh Grant is a self-professed "happy has-been," playing his befuddled, adorable persona more spot-on than he has since Four Weddings and a Funeral. As Alex, former member of an '80s pop band who years later is playing at water parks and high school reunions, he's settled into a life of lesser expectations. Drew Barrymore, quietly radiant, is Sophie, the underachieving girl Friday who arrives to water--make that overwater--Alex's plants--and to explode him out of that comfy rut. If the plot's a bit farfetched, it matters not, since the two lead characters are so likable--and make such beautiful music together. Big bonus: the supportive role of Kristen Johnston as Rhonda, Sophie's older sis (and longtime Alex fan) whose hilarious performance threatens to steal the show whenever she's onscreen. (The owner of a chain of successful weight-loss centers, Rhonda tries to comfort a rattled Sophie: "Want to do some stress eating?") The film also marks the remarkable debut of Haley Bennett, who plays a pop star of Britney/Cristina proportions with deadpan sincerity radiating through her skimpy outfits and mega-extensions. As Alex and Sophie work on crafting musical magic, something else is taking hold. It's music to the ears of anyone needing a sweet romantic comedy that hits all the right notes. --A.T. Hurley
Product Description
Alex Fletcher is a washed-up '80s pop star who's been reduced to working the nostalgia circuit at county fairs and amusement parks. The charismatic and talented musician gets a chance at a comeback when reigning diva Cora Corman invites him to write and record a duet with her, but there's a problem - Alex hasn't written a song in years, he's never written lyrics, and he has to come up with a hit in a matter of days. Enter Sophie Fisher, Alex's beguilingly quirky plant lady, whose flair for words strikes a chord with the struggling songwriter. On the rebound from a bad relationship, Sophie is reluctant to collaborate with anyone, especially commitment-phobe Alex. As their chemistry heats up at the piano and under it, Alex and Sophie will have to face their fears - and the music - if they want to find the love and success they both deserve.
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 Music and Lyrics June 27, 2009
Garry from Atlanta (Atlanta GA)
I had high hopes for this movie but found it slow at times and disappointing. Although it was not a total flop, I must say I expected must more. Our friend is a big Hugh Grant fan and was disaapointed as well.
Great romantic comedy! May 22, 2009
Peter Cheng (San Gabriel, CA USA)
First of all you have to realize that this is a romantic comedy with Hugh Grant and Drew Berryman, so lets not have any academy award expectations. Given that, lets do take it for what it's meant to be. A light, witty, easy going comedy that is somewhat believable scenario into an elaborate plot of a has been pop star trying to find his way back into the meaning of his existence (place in the world).
I enjoyed it the first time I watched it in the movie theatre with my girlfriend when it first came out. It definitely appeals to the older generations that grew up in the 70-80's. The opening is great, which is a mock up of Hugh being a pop star group. The chemistry between Hugh and Drew is awkwardly great and comical, which is purposely meant to be.
If you love music, singing (which Hugh isn't bad singing wise, dorky-corny sense of comedy, then this is great for your collection. It's perfect for one of those days where there's nothing to watch on tv or cable and you want to kill some time with a light comedy.
 A Great Movie April 19, 2009
Brian L. Danielsen (Richmond, VA)
Grant and Barrymore are excellent performers and most of their work is pretty good. There was a combination of superb acting, story line, and music that make this movie just so wonderful. The ensemble aspect with the other actors was also just the best. The on-screen chemistry between Grant and Barrymore was so significant, that one could believe that they were lovers in real life. The music is so warm and enduring. I have purchased both the movie sound track, sheet music, and movie DVD. Good job G&B!
Music and Lyrics April 10, 2009
Linda M. Eisenberg (New Jersey)
This was a wonderful product. I purchased it for my fiance who loves the movie and music.
 Good Word... March 23, 2009
SEG (Lincoln, NE)
I couldn't even finish watching this movie. It was horrible; everything about it. Sorry I bought it.
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