Hitch
Romantic comedy about a professional dating consultant
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About Hitch
Released: 2005
Platform: Hulu
Rating: PG-13
Run time: 1h 58m
Cast
Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kevin James, Amber Valletta, Julie Ann Emery
About Hitch
Hitch (2005) is a romantic comedy film directed by Andy Tennant and written by Kevin Bisch. The movie is about a professional "date doctor" named Alex "Hitch" Hitchens (Will Smith) who teaches men how to sweep women off their feet, with fail-safe dating techniques. However, things become complicated when he meets and falls in love with a gossip columnist, Sara Melas (Eva Mendes). Despite being a successful matchmaker, Hitch finds himself unable to woo Sara, embarking on a series of comedic and heartfelt events.
Making / Production
The film was produced by Will Smith's Overbrook Entertainment and distributed by Columbia Pictures. Hitch was shot in various locations around New York City, capturing the vibrant energy and diverse culture of the city. Despite being a romantic comedy, Tennant emphasizes the universal theme of love and vulnerability, making Hitch stand out in its genre.
Actors
- Will Smith as Alex 'Hitch' Hitchens: Known for his charisma, Smith plays the role of a love guru who struggles with his own love life. His comedic timing and emotional depth made the character memorable.
- Eva Mendes as Sara Melas: Mendes plays the hard-hitting gossip columnist who changes Hitch's life. Her performance was both invigorating and delightful.
- Kevin James as Albert Brennaman: James portrayed a clumsy, unconfident man who is taught by Hitch to win over his love interest. His comic performance was widely appreciated.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- This film marked the first time Will Smith and Eva Mendes worked together, their chemistry on screen was greatly received.
- The movie surprisingly became a box office hit, earning over $370 million worldwide.
Quotes
- "Life is not the amount of breaths you take, it's the moments that take your breath away." - Hitch
- "I'm a guy. Since when do we get anything right the first time?" - Albert Brennaman
Music, Soundtrack
- "1 Thing" by Amerie: This upbeat song is a perfect fit for the film's high-energy moments.
- "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing" by John Legend: This soulful song adds a touch of intimacy and passion to the film.
About Hitch
A smooth-talking love guru, Hitch, assists men in winning over the women of their dreams, while struggling with his own love life.
