The Online Reflector

By Stephanie Snay | Staff Writer

“He’s Just Not That into You.”  That is a title that is relatable to girls everywhere. It has happened to everyone.
You break and bend to get someone’s attention.  Why hasn’t he called back yet? Did you talk too much or maybe not enough? Did he lose your phone number?  Should you call him? In the end it’s just time to realize that he really is not into you.

“I had this guy leave me a voicemail at work, so I called him at home, and then he emailed me to my BlackBerry, and so I texted to his cell and now you just have to go around checking all these different portals just to get rejected by seven different technologies. It’s exhausting,” Mary said , who is played by actress Drew Barrymore.

Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin) is a quirky girl who comes off a bit too strong and over analyzes everything a man does as a signal. She meets Alex (Justin Long) who gives her harsh dating advice. Neil (Ben Affleck) has been in a seven year relationship with Beth (Jennifer Aniston), but doesn’t believe in marriage though she wants nothing more.
Mary can’t seem to find a man outside of a social networking site. Ben (Bradley Cooper) is married to Janine (Jennifer Connelly), but is seduced by Johansson’s character Anna. Meanwhile Conor (Kevin Connolly) is wondering why Anna is no longer into him.

But with so many main characters the movie was a bit hard to follow.  Although it may seem like the perfect romantic comedy, coming out right around Valentine’s Day, I would not call it a date movie. This movie may question every guy, or girl’s motive.  It shows the harsh reality of lies and manipulation. The humor was a good mix between light-hearted jokes and comedic cynicism.

What makes this movie good is that amidst all the story lines, there is at least one that could pertain to anyone, whether it is the failed relationship attempts, feelings of being trapped, or issues with commitment.

No matter what relationship problem it is, someone has been there and will watch the movie while thinking to themselves that “it was just like that one time with that one person.”

Though the film is entertaining and relatable for a couple hours, my recommendation would be to wait for the DVD release.
The movie is a bit exhausting and drawn out to have to sit through in a movie theater, but would be fine in the comfort of one’s own home.

Also, the film isn’t worth buying an expensive ticket price.

All in all, this movie is about a bunch of people trying to cling to the idea of love in a world that has convoluted love into a deceptively masterful skill.  It is about learning that love isn’t something you have to go out and find. It could be right in front of you.
People will cling to this theme. After all, in today’s world and at this time of year who isn’t looking for love?