Review

"Falling Together: A Love Story So Predictable, Even Hallmark Movies Are Blushing"

If you’ve ever watched a Hallmark movie and thought, “Wow, this is so formulaic I could write it in my sleep,” then Falling Together is here to prove you wrong. Because, folks, this 2024 romantic dramedy takes predictability to a whole new level—like, Hallmark holiday movies on steroids. But hey, sometimes you just need a cinematic hug, and this movie delivers… even if it’s a hug you’ve felt a thousand times before.

The plot? Oh, you already know it. Girl (Emma, a quirky city journalist) meets Boy (Jake, a rugged small-town carpenter with a heart of gold and a dog named Mr. Biscuits). Girl is sent to Jake’s town to write a story about its annual “Maple Syrup Festival” (because apparently, that’s a thing). Girl hates small towns. Boy loves small towns. Girl falls in love with small towns—and, surprise, the boy. Cue the montage of them frolicking through pumpkin patches, sipping hot cocoa, and having a snowball fight that somehow ends with them both laughing in slow motion. Spoiler alert: They fall together. Literally and figuratively.

The dialogue is so cheesy it could be served at the Maple Syrup Festival. Lines like, “Sometimes, you have to fall apart to fall together,” are delivered with such earnestness that you’ll either swoon or roll your eyes so hard you’ll see your brain. But let’s be real, if you’re watching this movie, you’re here for the cheese. And Falling Together is a fondue fountain of it.

The supporting cast is a delightful parade of small-town stereotypes: the sassy best friend who owns a bakery, the wise old man who dispenses life advice like a fortune cookie, and the rival love interest who’s so obviously wrong for Emma that you’ll wonder why he even exists. Oh, and don’t forget the obligatory scene where Emma has to save the festival from disaster, proving that she’s “one of them” now. (Spoiler: She uses her journalism skills to… write a really good press release. Riveting.)

But here’s the thing: Falling Together knows exactly what it is. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s just trying to make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. And honestly, it succeeds. Sure, it’s as predictable as a Hallmark holiday movie marathon, but sometimes that’s exactly what you need. Plus, the chemistry between Emma and Jake is legitimately charming, and Mr. Biscuits steals every scene he’s in. (Give that dog an Oscar, please.)

In conclusion, Falling Together is the cinematic equivalent of a cozy blanket and a cup of hot cocoa. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s comforting, sweet, and just the right amount of ridiculous. If you’re a fan of Hallmark movies, you’ll love it. If you’re not, well… you’ll probably still watch it anyway. Because who can resist a love story set against the backdrop of a Maple Syrup Festival? Not me. 3.5/5 stars—and an extra star for Mr. Biscuits. 🐾