One Night Only, Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro’s latest romantic comedy, is as charming as I’d hoped.
Yes, there may have been a moment or two when I wanted certain things to happen more quickly. But that may say more about my lifelong challenge with impatience than anything else.
Directed by Will Gluck, the film gets Turner and Barbaro’s chemistry just right, and the story is pleasant, plus generally well-paced enough that I had a good time as it played. I also appreciated how beautiful and inviting the movie makes New York City look.
Unexpectedly, however, what has stuck most firmly in my mind is the Psoriasis song. The one sung to the tune of Brave by Sara Bareilles. I certainly know which version is my favourite, but I’m not going to say. Though, I’ve clearly just said. So… scratch that?
It was interesting to watch the world of the story, a version of New York City where citizens have accepted a ban on all sex outside of marriage. Except, of course, the one night of the year when they can.
One last thing: ‘Psoriasis!!!!’ 🎶🎙♩
Happy Film Loving,
G
