Irish Wish movie review

IN A NUTSHELL:

The story is about a book editor whose best friend suddenly marries the man she’s in love with: the author of the book she helped write. The grand wedding takes place in beautiful Ireland.

The film was directed by Janeen Damian. Writing credits go to Kirsten Hansen. It’s already won the ReFrame Stamp award, which is given to films that hire women and other underrepresented gender identities in at least 50% of key roles of the production.

If you like Hallmark movies, you’ll enjoy this. If you don’t, you might want to skip this one.

THINGS I LIKED:

• Lindsy Lohan is easily watchable in romantic comedies. She fits in perfectly in an Irish setting with her luscious, red locks. In case you’re wondering, she’s now 37 years old.
• Others in the cast include Ed Speleers, Alexander Vlahos, Matty McCable and the always beautiful Jane Seymour.
• I was excited to see this since I FINALLY had the pleasure of going to Ireland for the very first time last summer. It was magical, just like leprechauns. We loved the food, historical buildings, dancing, and positive energy. The only bad thing about it was that I didn’t get to spend more time there.
• We get to see a gorgeous Irish castle and stunning Irish landscapes. The settings are beautiful with lovely cinematography.
• We get to learn about Irish food like “boxties”, which is an Irish pancake.
• I’m always fascinated by movies about writers, since I’ve published 31 books. You can find them all in bookstores and on Amazon! (My shameless plug.)
• Enjoy the song that plays during the final rolling credits by Aliana Lohan called “Comin’ Home.” Ali is Lindsay’s younger sister!

THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE:

• Some of the dialogue is super cringy.
• Super formulaic and filled with predictable rom-com tropes.
• The costume design seemed off.

TIPS FOR PARENTS:

• Young kids will be bored.
• No profanity except for words like “crap.”
• Comical violence

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