Music and Lyrics (2007) movie poster

Music and Lyrics (2007)

"Share the music with someone you love."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 72%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 61% (RT: 63%, MC: 59) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 44m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (1,769 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
63%
Metacritic
59
Cast
Drew Barrymore as Sophie Fisher
Hugh Grant as Alex Fletcher
Brad Garrett as Chris Riley
Haley Bennett as Cora Corman
Brooke Tansley as Janice Stern
Aasif Mandvi as Khan
Zak Orth as David Newbert
Scott Porter as Colin Thompson
Most people think so. 72% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,769 votes. Critics gave it 61%.
Overview
A washed-up '80s pop star gets a chance at a comeback when reigning pop diva Cora Corman invites him to write & record a duet with her, but there's a problem--Alex hasn't written a song in years; he's never written lyrics and he has to come up with a hit in a matter of days. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Marc Lawrence cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2007 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of Music and Lyrics was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Music and Lyrics is a 2007 comedy, music, romance film directed by Marc Lawrence. A washed-up '80s pop star gets a chance at a comeback when reigning pop diva Cora Corman invites him to write & record a duet with her, but there's a problem--Alex hasn't written a song in years; he's never written lyrics and he has to come up with a hit in a matter of days. The film has been rated by 1,769 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Music and Lyrics delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Music and Lyrics (2007) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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