Is Love, Sometimes Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2013)

📖 The Core Premise

Love, Sometimes returns to the screen in 2013, bringing a fresh narrative to the Drama, Romance genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Nuri is 15 years old. Her mother survives as she can between her daily work, her frustrated dreams and the difficult task of raising a teenager. The teenager, without any vocation of Lolita, opens a dangerous door to situations that could be beyond his stature, his life is crossed with that of a man of 35 years, Javi professional athlete who faces the crisis of his retirement from the courts of volleyball."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Malena Villa attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Love, Sometimes worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, Romance films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Love, Sometimes misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 85 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.