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What Love Is: The Year's Worst-Looking Film

BuzzSugar — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 05:00:41 PDT

Most likely, you haven't heard about What Love Is, and that's probably because the people involved are ashamed. Well, I'm here to inform you about it and to speculate as to how movies like this ever get made. It truly baffles me that, at the completion of this movie, after everything wrapped and the editing was done, someone sat back and said, "Yup, that's it: Perfection!"

The most hilarious part is that, at some point, the filmmakers had extremely overzealous hopes for this movie, which will open quietly this Friday. Allow me to present this nugget from the production notes:

"What Tom says to Sara in that final moment will not only go down as one of the all-time classic moments in filmmaking history, but it will not leave a single dry eye in the house."

Um. Not likely.

That's not even the half of it, so

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In summary: Tom Riley (Cuba Gooding Jr.) goes home to propose to his girlfriend Sara on Valentine's Day night, only to find that she's left him but will be coming back to the house to pick up her remaining suitcases. Problem is, Tom invited his buddies (Matthew Lillard alert!) over to celebrate what he thought would be his new engagement. So, the buddies arrive and, in their dudely wisdom, offer advice on what to do about Sara. Here I must defer again to the outrageous production notes:

As more and more testosterone flows and more and more alcohol is consumed these five men work themselves up into such a frenzy that finally when there is a knock on the door nobody knows what to do! Everyone freezes except Tom, who is forced to gather up his courage once again and open the front door to confront Sara... only it's not Sara... it's five drop-dead gorgeous women standing in his doorway and asking him... "Is this where the Valentine's party is?" (Apparently Sal invited some women from back at the bar to join the party!)

The many ellipses are not my own, by the way. I can't really stomach much more of this, so please, just watch the trailer and witness this cinematic treasure for yourself.

Show Us the Gadgets You Love and Enter to Win a Samsung Focus S

GeekSugar — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:31:35 PST

We're getting ready for Valentine's Day by sharing loads of gadgets that we love on Pinterest. Dozens of boards are already filled with our favorite geeky finds, and now we want you to show us what you love! Share your favorite gadgets with us on Pinterest and enter to win an AT&T Samsung Focus S Windows Phone. It's supereasy to enter - just follow the steps below and make sure to complete your board by Feb. 13 as we will be picking the best gadget board winner on Valentine's Day. Check out the official rules for more entry and giveaway info. Ready? Then start pinning and share your link in the comments!

Two Super Chic and Easy Ways to Wear Neon

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:00:00 PST

Neon hues have dominated the recent runways, but the joltingly bright shade can be a little intimidating to pull off in everyday life, especially considering how often we wear black! To make the trend more wearable in everyday life, we worked with our partners at Gap for an easy styling solution that incorporates just a touch of neon for a big impact. Our FabSugar TV host, Allison McNamara, has a basic rule for neon: pair it with solid, neutral tones and keep the silhouette clean. For a downtown edgy look, she layered a neon tee under a gray top and cream blazer, and paired it with slick leather pants. For a more feminine take that's great for the office, she substituted a full black skirt for the pants, and chose a pink v-neck to wear under the cream blazer. Her sophisticated, but insanely easy-to-wear looks prove that neon isn't an '80s leftover; rather, it's a fresh way to brighten up a neutral outfit. If you love this, check out what we did with bright blue khakis.

Seeking a Friend For the End of the World Trailer: Steve Carell Finds Keira Knightley

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:41:36 PST

In Seeking a Friend For the End of the World, Steve Carell plays Dodge, a man facing the reality that an asteroid is about the destroy the earth and he, along with everyone else, has to figure out what to do with the last three weeks of his life. For people like Patton Oswalt's character, it's sleeping with as man people as possible, but for regretful Dodge, it's love. When he meets his pixie-ish neighbor, played by Keira Knightley, she takes it upon herself to help Dodge find the girl that got away, if he helps her see her family before the world ends.

The trailer is very funny, considering its bleak subject matter (I giggled at Melanie Lynskey's character wearing all the clothes she never had a chance to wear), and Carell is the perfect leading man for the dark comedy. I'm especially curious to see what his chemistry with Knightley is like, and even though the title and what we see in the trailer implies it's just a friendship, it seems like something romantic must come up - the world is ending, after all. Seeking a Friend For the End of the World is released April 20, so to watch the trailer, just keep reading.

Spring's Cutest Designer Duds For Kids

LilSugar — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:32:54 PST

As New York Fashion Week descends upon the fashion set (and trend watchers everywhere), we're inspired to check out what's new for high-fashion kiddos this Spring. From Ralph Lauren's preppy pastels to chic ruffles at Baby Dior, label-loving moms will delight in all of the adorable designer options available this season.

Buzz Time Machine: Ryan Reynolds Gets Schooled by a Teenage Witch

Lizzie Fuhr — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:00:00 PST

Long before Ryan Reynolds was kicking ass and taking names in Safe House, he landed a pretty different gig as a bad-boy jock on the Sabrina The Teenage Witch TV movie. Reynolds played Seth, your standard '90s smooth talker, who becomes the love interest of Sabrina. During a school dance, Seth pressures Sabrina to head to Lookout Point - and I'll let you see what is supposed to go on there. The whole thing looks like a bad after-school special until Sabrina does what she does best. Don't click away without watching Ryan Reynolds get schooled in this video!

The Vampire Diaries "Dangerous Liaisons": The Good, The Bad, and The Bloody

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:52:08 PST

The original vampire family hosts a ball on this week's episode of The Vampire Diaries, and the whole town puts on their finest formal wear for the event of the supernatural season. Elena has two dates to the event, but it's her date to meet the original witch that gives us insight into what's in store for Klaus and his siblings.

Speaking of Klaus, we get some developments between him and Caroline that are sweet and promising (even if she's a bit cautious to date him because of his cruelty in the past and general bloodlust). There's also a hot hookup that I didn't see coming, so there's lots to talk about this week. To get to the good, the bad, and the bloody, just keep reading.

Cynthia Rowley Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:59:50 PST

Deriving inspiration from craftsmen - mechanics, cobblers, and (much more obviously) leathermen, Cynthia Rowley's own Fall craftsmanship honed in on these artists with a succinctly modern and much sportier interpretation. Save for denim on denim suiting or brilliant colored leather, there's not too much literal interpretation, but rather a cool collection of womanly, curve-conscious design married with menswear-inspired structure. We're treated to bold all-over prints washed over body-skimming sheaths, skinny pants, and even gloves. And while a tougher, boxier leather jacket lined in shearling might pinpoint Rowley's craftsmen influences, what takes shape is still definitively for the girls.

Trends: Colored leather, abstract prints, menswear.
Colors: Blue, black, maroon, orange, olive green, gray, white.
Key Piece: We love the printed pants, shearling-trimmed jacket, and deep navy leather pieces.
Accessories: Aviator shades, ankle boots, strappy platforms and socks, jeweled necklaces at the collar, feather-adorned bags, graphic printed gloves.
Who Would Wear It: Girls with an appetite for truly modern, crafty sportswear.

The Vow: Channing Tatum Is More Memorable Than the Romance

Becky Kirsch — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:30:00 PST

It's no accident that The Vow's release date coincides almost perfectly with Valentine's Day. The film promises the kind of epic love story that many of us, like it or not, are more amenable to getting swept up in at this time of year: a man tries to make his wife fall in love with him again after a horrific accident leaves her with no memory of the last four years, or of him. Channing Tatum is endearing as Leo and though he has chemistry with Rachel McAdams's Paige, it almost goes to waste due to the film's lack of focus and uneven plot.

For starters, having a stranger for a husband is just the beginning of Paige's problems. Sometime in the four years she's lost, she went from being a preppy law student to a free-spirited artist. Naturally, when she wakes up, she wants an explanation for why she doesn't talk to her family anymore, what happened to her pretty boy fiancé (Scott Speedman), and why her hair is so "weird." It's understandable that she's a little different from who she used to be, but a complete life transformation is a bit hard to swallow - both for Paige, and for the audience.

To see why The Vow may not be the love story you're expecting, just

read more. Watching Tatum and McAdams play off each other is what keeps the movie engaging, and Tatum is particularly sympathetic. Though Paige is the one who has suffered the trauma, it's even more difficult to watch Leo quietly suffer as the love of his life continues to slip away in favor of the life she actually remembers. Leo represents a life that the new Paige is enticed by but can't imagine: he's goofy, laid-back, and immensely committed to her. But Paige can't come to terms with a life she doesn't feel part of, and instead reverts back to her former self. The sincerity and sweetness that Tatum brings to Leo are reflected in flashbacks of his life with Paige and in his current attempts to win her back, but the film isn't the epic romance that it's packaged to be. In fact, it's more depressing than it is joyful; not only are most of the characters in pain throughout the film, but with the exception of Leo, most of them are downright irritating. Paige's family and friends couldn't be more stereotypically conservative, which only makes Paige's decision to stay with them all the more frustrating to watch. As the film goes on, the love story starts to take the backseat to her family issues, and the crux of the film rests on a subplot that's both lame and contrived. The Vow is certainly watchable, thanks to the intrigue of the premise, and the mystery of how Leo and Paige will (inevitably, of course) find their way back to each other. But the film tries too hard to manufacture extra drama out of Paige's memory loss, when all the audience really wants to see is a love story to get swept up in.

Photos courtesy of Sony Pictures

Valentine's Cards For Your Double-Hearted Time Lord

Kelly Schwarze — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:28:32 PST

Since Time Lords have two hearts, we presume their Valentine's Day celebrations are doubly romantic. BBC America must agree as they released a set of free Doctor Who love coupons to send to your own Time Lord or special companion. With nods to the mysterious power of regeneration, the Doctor's favorite meal, and promises of a fez, this card will make a Whovian swoon.

If a loving look at all things Who isn't enough for you, the BBC finally announced that the filming of the show's next season begins on Feb. 20 in Cardiff, Wales. The Ponds are returning to the story line, but it's clear they'll be leaving the series for good next season under sad circumstances.

What do you predict will happen in the next season of Doctor Who?