The Lovebirds

  • 2020


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Average Rating 3.0/5
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3.0
Relies almost wholly on the charisma and chemistry of its stars to carry all that absurdity without letting it tumble fully into nonsense. EW
3.8
This even includes freaky sex, which, as Leilani rightly notes, isnt something you can schedule. Rogerebert
4.0
The result of Leilani and Jibrans racial profiling paranoia is something thats never been seen before: a mainstream mystery solving movie couple who i .. Common Sense Media
3.0
Nanjiani stars as Jibran, an aspiring documentarian who we meet on his dream worthy first date with the less career oriented Leilani (Issa Rae, simila .. Indie Wire
4.5
And The Lovebirds quickly descends into the kind of synthetically plotted, harmless at its core caper that may remind you of a ramshackle Hollywood ac .. Variety
2.5
It doesnt add up, especially where entertainment value is concerned. We Got This Covered
1.5
The Lovebirds isnt the first of these films and it wont be the last. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Right now, thats no putdown: an unappreciated comfort from happier times. The Guardian
1.5
You take actors and theyre just inherently likable and charming, and thats why theyre movie stars. Collider
1.5
Showalters filmmaking style and Brian Burgoynes cinematography renders New Orleans inert and far too clean. Vulture
1.5
Rae and Nanjiani do their best, but neither the dialogue nor the direction serves their talents adequately. The New York Times
3.8
It may be a goofy summer crime flick, but The Lovebirds is also about how no relationship is perfect, no matter how shiny it may look from the outside .. Paste Magazine
4.5
Jibran (Kumail Nanjiani) and Leilani (Issa Rae) were once an enviable couple, sharing warm smiles, silly jokes, and undeniable chemistry. IGN
1.5
I suppose watching it is more fun than a pan of CGI bacon grease to the face, but you could just blindly pick something on Netflix and the chances are .. E Film Critic
4.5
This a mostly derivative script that often (intentionally or not) rings of movies youve seen in the last two years. The Young Folks
3.0
They may make for stunningly poor detectives, but at least theyre hip enough to know it.
3.0
Although it makes for a better rom com than murder mystery, The Lovebirds is an entertaining romp powered to life by Nanjiani and Raes chemistry. Screen Rant
3.1
A zany mix of dark comedy, slapstick, and high concept adventure, The Lovebirds moves fast in the hopes that no one notices how messy its construction .. The Globe And Mail
1.9
Theyve barely decided this isnt working when BAM, they hit a frantic cyclist. Rogers Movie Nation
3.1
Ultimately, the caper/crime/action material is little more than a distraction, although Showalter wisely doesnt focus too strongly on it. ReelViews
2.0
Showalters in more of a coaching position, cheering on Nanjiani and Rae as they stumble through terrible improvisations, trying to cover for the lack .. Blu Ray
4.3
The Big Sick is one of the richest and best comedy films of this decade. Tv Guide
2.5
Nanjiani and Rae are certainly funny and charming enough to carry a movie. That doesnt mean they should have to. Mark Reviews Movies
2.5
The action heavy yet somewhat anticlimactic third does little to alleviate the mostly underwhelming and mediocre atmosphere, which ultimately cements .. Reel Film Reviews
4.5
Its the banter between the two that kept me engaged with this movie. You Tube
4.5
The comedic chemistry of its protagonists fuels the amusing rom com. You Tube
4.5
Definitely a streaming movie, but Rae & Nanjiani are a winning pair. It might not be that original story wise, but its VERY funny and charming. You Tube
4.0
The Lovebirds still works because Leilani and Jibrans relationship is a super strong backbone for the whole thing. And Rae and Nanjiani are kind of pe .. You Tube
1.5
I was entertained enough by what transpires especially when coupled with the short running time to give the flick a slight recommendation. (Full Conte .. Screen It
3.0
Netflix The Lovebirds isnt destined to join the ranks of the romcom elite. Independent
4.0
Its those scrappy touches that raise the bar on this rowdy rom com. Rolling Stone
1.5
I dont want to be with someone whos so fing shallow, Jibran says, and Leilani counters, And I dont want to be with someone whos so satisfied with bein .. The Wrap
2.5
Thats the essence of what great movie stars can do enliven even the most pointless and dull of storylines by showing us that theyre happening to relat .. News Day
2.5
Sound familiar There are so many movies about boring professional adults getting roped into an evening of crime. New York Post
4.5
And so the writers must contrive a scenario that compels the characters to go on the run, with the hope that it doesnt come across as too unbelievable .. Hindustan Times
3.5
They dont feel like movie stars pretending to be in love, or falling out of love.
4.5
As mystery comedies go, The Lovebirds ranks right up there with Knives Out and Game Night. Reel Talk Reviews
4.5
No matter people like him, and people love her, and while putting them together doesnt make big screen magic, at least the movie got made. Salon
1.5
I dont think theyre murderers because, like, theyre minorities, she sobs. Slate
3.0
Its an overly hasty introduction but, as we quickly discover, this twosome are better when theyre bickering, so thats largely what we get. Flim List
1.5
Which is always a good thing, even if the rest of the film doesnt live up to that degree of thoughtfulness. Film Inquiry
1.9
The humor is meant to derive from how out of place these two are in this seedy milieu, but it is difficult to have a fish out of water comedy when all .. Observer
3.0
A simplistic barebones story, but its REALLY f****** funny. Frankly, thats all that matters Flickering Myth
4.0
We need movies like The Lovebirds to remind us that light entertainment provides a necessary function in todays world: carefree diversions that allow .. Flim Threet
4.5
If you dont get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Time
3.1
And its a fine movie to spend 86 minutes watching from the comfort of your own home. Chicago Tribune
1.5
And Showalter doesnt seem committed enough to the project to bring the kind of anarchic energy and complex action machinery it requires. Boston Globe
1.5
To me, these kinds of double half assed hybrids, where unfinished action meets character arc free comedy movie, are a waste of talent and energy. Uproxx
2.5
While a tremendously refreshing pairing, the material doesnt make for the best showcase of Rae and Nanjianis talents. Lyles Movie Files
1.5
And thats part of what makes The Lovebirds feel so peculiarly without stakes. Pajiba
3.0
Without Rae and Nanjiani it wouldnt work as well as it does. Luckily, theyre two lovebirds with a song worth singing. Detroit News
3.5
The Lovebirds may not be the most original effort in the action or romantic comedy genres, but the film begs for these two to grace the screen togethe ..
4.5
This is, pretty transparently, one of those exercises wholly reliant on the stars to distinguish it, and they carry things well enough... Mostly, the .. Cnn
3.8
Two very appealing actors with distinct comedic voices blend together beautifully, leading to a preposterous, yet often hilarious escapade through New .. Aisle Seat
3.0
Whereas last years Stuber felt like a step back for Nanjiani, The Lovebirds feels like the true followup weve been waiting for since The Big Sick. Consequence Of Sound
3.0
The joy of any by the numbers genre is in seeing how its pulled off. Rae and Nanjiani are terrific comedians whose wisecracks and antics are thoroughl .. Vox
2.0
Even the romantic comedys villain, the mustache man, doesnt pose a real threat. The Play List
4.0
Not that The Trip To Greece, which finds our heroes retracing the journey of Odysseus (and eating at some very nice restaurants) for an Observer piece .. Now Toronto
1.5
Unlike those films, The Lovebirds cant spark a spontaneous energy. La Weekly
3.0
Image: Skip Bolen/NETFLIX) Rae is bright, vivacious and the funnier and more ballsy of the two, though that doesnt take much, as Nanjiani would probab .. Mirror
3.5
Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae make a very good comedic team...A comedy that knows exactly how long it needs to be. You Tube
4.5
Issa and Kumails comedic chemistry makes The Lovebirds a much enjoyable watch You Tube
3.0
Its a good movie, elevated by its two lead performances, but is otherwise a fairly undemanding watch. Digital Spy
3.0
With screwball as with a souffl, the more blissfully airy the result, the more sweat you can bet has gone into making it. Ft
1.5
The talking doesnt really move the story forward, and its not funny. Ar Kansas Online
1.5
It isnt good comedy, but what can you do On Netflix, we vote with our views: its an algorithmic democracy. Vanity Fair
3.0
Theres nothing remotely original on the minds of co writers Aaron Abrams and Brendan Gali, cribbing generously from other wild evening on the town fli .. Patriot Ledger
2.5
The screenplay, written by Aaron Abrams and Brendan Gall, feels so deeply manufactured and strung together by uninspired scenarios that The Lovebirds .. Big Picture Big Sound
2.5
Theres something respectable about how simple this film ends up being. Film
4.5
Jibran (Kumail Nanjiani) and Leilani (Issa Rae) were once an enviable couple, sharing warm smiles, silly jokes, and undeniable chemistry. Ign
3.8
Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani display expert timing as the unhappy couple caught up a deadly criminal case. Chicago Sun Times
3.0
The Lovebirds isnt aiming higher than it needs to, yet still hits the comedy sweet spot thatll leave you feeling good, and like the Netflix subscripti .. Punch Drunk Critics
2.0
Really, thats just part of the weird quirks making this whole thing come together in a rather earnest manner. We Live Entertainment
1.5
I dont expect a romantic caper to remain grounded in the Baumbach world of human connections. Film Companion
1.5
Instead, for the most part The Lovebirds just flaps its wings without ever taking off. Dead Line
2.0
In the pursuit, the supposed cop, driving the car, hits the bicycle rider once and then to make sure hes dead runs over him while hes on the ground. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
3.5
This isnt the first time that Paramount unloaded a film on Netflix. Solzy At The Movies
4.4
Last Moment of Clarity: Any movie with Samara Weaving in it is worth a watch. Mercury News
3.0
This is exactly the kind of movie you want to watch on Netflix, an inoffensive, silly and riotous comedy with sharp dialogue, that comes in at a brisk .. Bitly
1.0
At least on Netflix, no one has to shell out for a babysitter to watch this on date night, but this slapdash film is strictly for the birds. Scots Man
4.5
On top of that, The Lovebirds manages a feat thats rare for even mainstream comedies: its sharp enough to make you laugh out loud. Polygon
2.5
Its a shame that the rest of Showalters film isnt quite as memorable. No La
2.0
The dynamic between this screwball couple is half affectionate and half exasperated, and there are enough funny lines sprinkled throughout... to keep .. Film Avclub
4.5
The Lovebirds doesnt lean as hard into romance as it could, but Netflix is already full of romcoms packed with yearning and dramatic races through cro .. The Verge
1.5
Feels like a small scale movie trying too hard to fit the blockbuster mode of its influences and coming up short. Cbr
3.0
Nanjiani and Rae work well together, trading barbs throughout the whole ordeal, but they are given material that doesnt match their ability. Bowling Green Daily News
1.5
That moment just happens to be wildly improbable and involve an Eyes Wide Shut twist that, surprisingly, Showalter doesnt do much with. Lainey Gossip
3.0
But within its safe, predictable, pre dictated parameters lies an effervescent, entertaining buoyancy thanks primarily to its two leads. Fresh Fiction
2.5
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2.5
Showalter, Rae, and Nanjiani are so damn talented and its definitely disappointing to see them have to work with a mediocre script. Rendy Reviews
3.1
It all makes the movie a pleasant distraction rather than an action oriented rom com you might return to when youre in the mood for something romantic .. Third Coast Review
1.0
A meet cute montage falls headlong into an awkward argument between the couple four years later, with Leilanis wish to audition for the television sho .. Ion Cinema
1.5
Laughs from Rae and Nanjianis banter and charm are enough to save The Lovebirds from disaster but not enough to make it memorable or worth recommendin .. Blacknerd Problems
2.5
The Lovebirds is intermittently amusing, but ought to be less lazy and pack in more lunacy. The New Paper
3.3
The film just doesnt have enough to be a rom com I would want to dive into every few years for nostalgia purposes, but hey, does it need to be Maybe e .. Cultured Vultures
2.5
The Lovebirds has a fantastic duo as leads which makes it all the more frustrating when everything else doesnt measure up to them.
3.8
He says he doesnt want to be with someone whos shallow; she says she doesnt want to be with someone whos a failure. Datebook Sfchronicle
3.8
At best it finishes as a turn your brain off kind of thriller, a better distraction than a provocation. Sf Examiner
2.0
The Lovebirds feels like an antiquated 80s comedy filtered through a modern lens. Spectrum Culture
4.5
The Lovebirds makes it the simplest thing in the world to just sit back and see what gem of observational humor might drop next from Nanjiani or Raes .. Mash Able
4.5
Despite it all, its a nice, quaint film to spend 90 minutes with. Wp Me
4.5
However, even some solid laughs still cant help distract us from the fact that The Lovebirds feels like a wannabe, lower budget version of The Hangove .. Culture
2.5
Its a shallow pocket of provocation that The Lovebirds ultimately hand waves in a simple third act resolution, but at least it doesnt become something .. Mid West Film Journal
1.5
It loses steam as it goes, getting big laughs early on as the two stars banter liberally, but falling apart completely with a third act thats overwhel .. Washington City Paper
3.0
You wont love The Lovebirds, but youll probably like it as a friend.
4.5
The movie, directed by Michael Showalter, doesnt take long to swerve into the ridiculous. Thril List
3.0
Showalter and company arent trying to redefine the romantic comedy genre, nor was anyone asking them too. The Only Critic
2.0
Unfortunately, the film just is not worthy of the talent involved. Firstpost
3.0
Familiarity aside, this is worth it for Issa and Kumail, whose charm and chemistry carries the film through its shakier moments. Adelaide Review
4.5
The Lovebirds may be a little bit forgettable and formulaic but its great sense of humor and wonderful performances from Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae .. Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
Fortunately, theres enough skill on display that The Lovebirds is still plenty enjoyable, as long as you dont think too hard about it. Crooked Marquee
2.5
Provides mindless escapism that works as a home streaming flick, and is entertaining because of its very likeable, charismatic comedic leads. Screen Zealots
1.5
And thats something that the director, Michael Showalter, cant circumvent. The Spool
3.8
Powered by a dynamic comedic duo of Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae, The Lovebirds is always an enjoyable watch. Hollywood News
4.5
It pairs hilarity with some of the best commentary on relationships (and what plagues them) from any movie Ive seen in a long time. Geeks Of Color
2.5
The hilarious chemistry between Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae single handedly saves this lazy rom com.
1.5
Generally speaking, there isnt a lot that sets The Lovebirds apart. Entertainment Ie
2.5
Not your best romcom, but Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae make this film a pleasant distraction. Both Nanjiani and Rae are enormously talented, but the c .. Movies and Shakers
4.5
Showalters background is in television (Grace and Frankie, Love, Search Party) and that doesnt translate well to action films. Dwight Brown Ink
4.5
Although the new film is an entirely different beast and may not be as good as its predecessor, The Lovebirds still manages to deliver a semi good lau .. Bangkok Post
3.0
Leaning too heavily on the clunky murder mystery, Showalter doesnt give Nanjiani and Rae much breathing room for improv or any sort of comedic dynamic .. Worldo Free L
4.5
Its not that the dissolution of a fictional relationship isnt fulfilling or interesting to watch either, but the rom com genre needs a little shake up .. The Muse Jezebel
4.5
However, that doesnt mean the ride along the way is boring and not worth it it is every single bit worth watching. Mama's Geeky
4.0
Is The Lovebirds a formulaic movie Yes, most definitely, but that isnt a bad thing. ComicBook.com
2.5
In spite of the clunky dialogue, his actors generate enough good will to keep us superficially engaged. Daily Telegraph
1.5
While everything was all lovey dovey in the beginning, theyre a bit rockier now. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
0.5
Jibrans a documentary filmmaker who cant seem to finish his big project, and whos secretly afraid that Leilani will leave him for another, better, par .. Vanyaland
3.5
Two peopleLeilani (Issa Rae) and Jibran (Kumail Nanjiani)meet, theres instant attraction, and then theres insta love. idobi.com
0.5
Just bear with me, please, if this column doesnt see the light of day until Thursday. Weekend Warrior Blog Tumbl ..
1.5
Even if you can sort of guess where things are going much of the time, it is still fun to watch them get there. Lagniappe Mobile
2.5
When The Lovebirds gives Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani room to exercise their mastery in comedic timing and delivery it is enormously enjoyable, but th .. Smash Cut Reviews
1.5
The film certainly benefits from the couples presence. The material simply... doesnt rise to meet them. Cocalecas
2.0
It may have originally had a cinema release, and it may be a little better than some Netflix original comedies, but The Lovebirds unfortunately doesnt .. The Hollywood News
4.5
The Lovebirds is so insubstantial that, while I enjoyed watching it, I doubt Ill think of it again next month. About Boulder
3.5
The trick, though, is that much of The Lovebirds doesnt work without an audience. Elements of Madness
3.0
This film could have really benefited from the inclusion of some strong, funny supporting characters, but there are zero. Like none. Movie Show Plus
3.8
Best of all is the Seinfeldian observational humor asking why cars still have cigarette lighters and why milkshake orders always come with an extra cu .. Wtop
4.5
The Lovebirds is exactly what you want it to be: Its laugh out loud funny and it doesnt make you feel the need to go read think pieces after the credi .. Cosmopolitan
1.5
They work well romantically, in my opinion...the love scenes are sweet and believable, sweet while it lasts though...they even argue like a real coupl .. Double Toasted
3.8
The chemistry between Nanjiani and Rae is undeniable, and it helps to turn this wacky comedy into a fun and thrilling ride.
3.0
With piercing eyes and a go for it style of comedy, Rae isnt bad here. KSDK
4.5
This film doesnt work all the way through, but thats merely a bump in the road for both of them. CultureMap
1.5
The Lovebirds isnt as annoying and silly as Stuber, but its pretty close. (
3.0
They dont speak up about whats really bothering them and nitpick inconsequential BS instead. Every Movie Hasalesson
4.0
Even rarer for the film world, The Lovebirds is about an interracial couple that doesnt include a caucasian. NME
3.8
It goes to prove that a communal viewing experience is much more fun than watching a silly comedy by yourself. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
3.5
From an Eyes Wide Shut style secret society gathering to a frat party soundtracked by Semi Charmed Life, theres a predictability to the plot thats fam .. Exclaim!
3.1
An involving, pacey comic thriller depicting relationships as marathons, not sprints. Sound Cloud
3.0
The Lovebirds is only 87 minutes and doesnt overstay its welcome.
1.5
It isnt so much what does wrong as what it doesnt do right. The film is undermined by perhaps its two greatest strengths, its leads, who are given the ..
3.0
The combined charisma of Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae is bright enough to keep us an audience tethered to their brisk 86 minute operation. The AU Review
3.0
With Nanjiani and Rae working hard on the films success, its a winner particularly on Netflix, where comedies that are smart but not laugh out loud ha .. Box Office Prophets
1.5
It barely works, and its thanks solely to the collective charms of Rae and Nanjiani. The rest is bland, cartoony, and not entirely funny. Critically Ac Claimed
4.4
Nanjiani doesnt stray from what he does best, but his comic sensibilities work so well here. He is, as usual, hilarious. The News-Herald (Willoughb ..
3.5
Its easily digested and entertaining in the moment, but I doubt its going to be remembered in a few years.
3.0
Therere many fun and entertaining things to like about The Lovebirds, and at one hour and 26 minutes, it doesnt overstay its welcome. People's World
2.0
The Lovebirds simply puts together a few generic building blocks and hopes its screwball comedy will keep the project afloat. The News International (Pa ..
2.3
Theres a lot of material that has more potential to be compelling herebut it doesnt really go anywhere.
3.0
Nothing real here...none of it seems to make any sense, just bumbling and stumbling around... WXIX-TV (Cincinnati, OH)
4.0
And thats exactly what it is, a ton of fun with random silly word choices that shines light on the actors real personalities.
4.5
Some movies arent an eight but deserve a little more than a seven. Indian Country Today
4.5
Instead, were presented with a couple whose main struggles are standard rom com issuesLeilani (Rae) feels like shes ignored by Jibran (Nanjiani), whil .. Just Add Color
3.5
The plot mechanisms are fairly standard; what isnt standard are the hilarious observations and dialogue that keep this consistently and undeniably fun ..



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