Love Hard

Name: Love Hard
Released: 2021-11-05T00:00:00-04:00

2021 Comedy, Romance · 1h 45m

An LA girl, unlucky in love, falls for an East Coast guy on a dating app and decides to surprise him for Christmas, only to discover that she's been catfished. But the object of her affection actually lives in the same town, and the guy who duped her offers to set them up if she pretends to be his own girlfriend for the holidays.

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About Love Hard

Natalie Bauer, a perpetually unlucky-in-love writer from Los Angeles, thinks her luck has finally changed when she connects with Josh Lin, a seemingly perfect guy, on a dating app. In a bold, romantic gesture, she decides to surprise him for Christmas, flying all the way to his East Coast hometown. However, her holiday dreams are shattered when she discovers she's been catfished. The man behind the profile is actually Josh's childhood friend, Tag. Complicating matters further, the real Josh, the object of Natalie's initial affection, lives in the same town. Tag offers Natalie a deal: he'll help her win Josh over if she pretends to be his girlfriend for the holidays, leading to a series of comical and heartwarming situations as Natalie navigates the complexities of her fake relationship and her genuine feelings.

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Cast and Characters

Love Hard is directed by Hernn Jimnez. The cast includes Nina Dobrev as Natalie Bauer, a writer searching for love; Jimmy O. Yang as Josh Lin, the man behind the catfishing profile; Darren Barnet as Tag, the attractive friend whose photos were used; James Saito as Bob Lin, Josh's father; Rebecca Staab as Barb Lin, Josh's mother; and Harry Shum Jr. as Owen Lin, Josh's successful older brother. Each actor brings depth and nuance to their roles, contributing to the film's overall charm and appeal.

What people like about Love Hard

Viewers have praised Love Hard for its lighthearted humor, the chemistry between the cast, and its heartwarming message about self-acceptance and finding love in unexpected places. Many enjoyed the film's clever take on the catfishing trope and its ability to balance comedic moments with genuine emotional resonance. The performances of Nina Dobrev and Jimmy O. Yang were particularly highlighted, with many appreciating their comedic timing and ability to portray relatable characters.

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Movie Score

69%

Released

November 5, 2021

Director

Hernán Jiménez

Cast

Nina Dobrev, Jimmy O. Yang, Darren Barnet, James Saito, Rebecca Staab, Harry Shum Jr.

Genre

Comedy, Romance

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