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The Proposal

PG-13 2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance · 1h 48m
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When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.

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About The Proposal

Margaret Tate, a formidable and demanding book editor, faces imminent deportation to Canada. To avoid this career-ending disaster, she impulsively announces her engagement to her unsuspecting assistant, Andrew Paxton. Andrew, initially resistant to the scheme, sees an opportunity to leverage the situation for his own career aspirations. What begins as a charade to satisfy immigration authorities quickly spirals into a hilarious and heartwarming journey as they travel to Alaska to meet Andrew's quirky family. Amidst the chaos and comical mishaps, Margaret and Andrew discover unexpected truths about themselves and each other, blurring the lines between pretense and genuine affection.

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Directed by Anne Fletcher, The Proposal stars Sandra Bullock as Margaret Tate, the overbearing editor who orchestrates a fake engagement. Ryan Reynolds plays Andrew Paxton, her ambitious and long-suffering assistant. Malin kerman portrays Gertrude, Andrew's ex-girlfriend. Craig T. Nelson stars as Joe Paxton, Andrew's father. Mary Steenburgen shines as Grace Paxton, Andrew's mother. And the legendary Betty White delivers a scene-stealing performance as Grandma Annie.

What people like about The Proposal

Audiences and critics alike praised The Proposal for its stellar performances, particularly the dynamic chemistry between Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds. The film's witty script and well-paced comedic timing were also frequently highlighted. Many viewers appreciated the film's ability to balance humor with genuine emotional moments, creating a feel-good experience that resonated with a wide audience. The Alaskan setting provided a beautiful backdrop, enhancing the film's visual appeal. In general, people liked the witty dialogue, the performances of the actors and the general emotion that the movie leaves the viewer when the movie is finished.

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Movie Score

72%

Released

June 1, 2009

Director

Anne Fletcher

Cast

Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Malin Åkerman, Craig T. Nelson, Mary Steenburgen, Betty White

Genre

Comedy, Drama, Romance

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