Oorsig
Despite centering on a familiar romantic comedy premise - an endearingly insecure man falling for someone seemingly out of his league – *She's Out of My League* distinguishes itself through a surprisingly honest and self-deprecating examination of male insecurity amplified by the constant, often harsh, judgment of a close-knit group of friends and an eccentric family. The film’s humor arises not from grand gestures, but from the painfully relatable anxieties surrounding perceived inadequacy and the defensive cynicism used to mask it. It’s a playful, if somewhat blunt, exploration of how societal expectations and self-doubt shape romantic perceptions, presenting a refreshingly unidealized portrayal of the early stages of a relationship where constant validation-seeking and fear of exposure become central obstacles. The Pittsburgh setting and specific cultural references, like the Penguins, add a grounded, relatable quality, contributing to a comedic tension born not from external conflict, but from the protagonist's internal struggles.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- Jim Field Smith
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 2010-03-11
- Looptyd
- 104 min
- Gradering
- 6.5 / 10 (2371)
Rolverdeling
- Jay Baruchel
