![]() There’s a familiarity in Rosaline we’ve been seeing a lot lately too. Rosaline follows a formula for old timey stories that’s beginning to grow old. Though, the tone has an immaturity to it that offers a way heavier dose of parody than heart. ![]() The movie’s modern perspective in a Renaissance setting opens the door for funny quips, such as Rosaline bringing in a violinist to play sad music on repeat in her room for her as she processes her heartbreak. Minnie Driver as The Nurse especially stands out. On the other hand, there’s some highlights of comedy here too, especially for fans of the Shakespearian tragedy. It feels too purposefully inserted and is likely to take viewers out of buying into Rosaline’s vengeance. Many scenes that crossover the main story to hers are just ridiculous and don’t work organically. It feels as though Rosaline misses many ample opportunities to involve the Romeo & Juliet story in more constructive ways. ![]() One major plot point early in the movie is Rosaline finding out that her Romeo has met Juliet, who is her cousin all grown up, and finding ways to quietly sabotage their romance.
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