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I recently saw a pre-release screening of the new movie Leap Year starring Amy Adams and Matthew Goode. I was able to take a friend as well, and at the conclusion of the movie she looked at me with a satisfied smile and said, “That’s exactly the sort of movie I like.”
It was a pretty standard feel-good romantic comedy. Movies like that tend to get a bad rap. They perhaps bring money to the box office, and people will say that they were “sweet” or “funny” or “cute,” but rarely are they called “good films.”
Isn’t one of the purposes of films to entertain people? If you are looking to be entertained Leap Year is a film that will do just that.
I had the opportunity to interview Matthew Goode, and I addressed some of the naysayers that were disappointed to see him cast in a romantic comedy role. He gave a bunch of reasons for why he took the role — the chance to work with a great director along with Amy Adams, who has been twice-nominated for an Academy Award. Then he added, “I sound sort of defensive, don’t I?”
But get ready for a big “aw moment,” moms. A huge reason that he took the role is because it was filming in Ireland, and the British actor relished the opportunity to work close to home, since he was about to have a baby.
Speaking of babies, I asked him (just before Christmas) if he was looking forward to his daughter’s first Christmas. He was totally on to the whole baby game, noting that he knew full well that even though she’d be spoiled by lots of family, she’d be as interested in the boxes and paper as anything else.
He was talking like a typical dad, looking forward to milestones: “She’s not walking yet, but she can still play in it and enjoy it,” speaking about the snow and the hope for a White Christmas.
Read more of my interview with Matthew Goode at my personal blog, Snapshot, where we talk about acting and his idea of a good date night.
Leap Year is sweet and funny and cute — definitely entertaining.
It’s also one of those movies that is beautiful to watch. It’s filmed mostly in Ireland, and watching it is almost like being there. You feel surrounded by the green grasses and craggy cliffs.
Check out the official trailer to see exactly what I mean:
Official synopsis:
Amy Adams and Matthew Goode star in “Leap Year,” a romantic comedy that follows one woman’s determined quest to get married to the perfect guy… despite what fate has in store for her. When their four-year anniversary passes without a marriage proposal, Anna (Amy Adams) decides to take matters into her own hands. Investing in an Irish tradition that allows women to propose to men on February 29th, Anna decides to follow her boyfriend Jeremy (Adam Scott) to Dublin and get down on one knee herself.
But airplanes, weather and fate leave Anna stranded on the other side of Ireland, and she must enlist the help of handsome and surly Declan (Matthew Goode) to get her across the country. As Anna and Declan bicker across the Emerald Isle, they discover that the road to love can take you to very unexpected places. For more information visit http://leapyearfilm.net or their facebook page http://www.facebook.com/LeapYearMovie.
Leap Year opens in theaters January 8. Grab a girlfriend (or that special guy) and go see it!
I have some special movie goodies to offer one of you (U.S. residents, void where prohibited):
- Movie Poster
- Airline Comfort Kit (perhaps you are planning a Leap Day trip to Ireland?)
- American Apparel track jacket
- Fitted scoop neck t-shirt
- Journal
Leave a comment to win. The winner will be announced on Saturday January 16.
Disclosure: Universal studios invited me to a pre-release screening of Leap Year.
Tiffany says
Love Romantic comedies and I love Amy Adams. Definitely will see!
Marie N says
I’m a pushover for odd love stories and this one sounds like it could be funny as well as endearing. Thanks for the opportunity to add this to my movie collection.
DENISE says
Very nice prize package! Thank you so much : )
Abby C. says
Definately want to see this movie and LOVE the merchandise!
Jane Hoh says
Lovely prize and a great site. Thank you for this opportunity to win.
Sand says
I’m looking forward to seeing this movie!
Julie C says
Sounds like a fun light hearted movie. Cute stuff!
Timothy Sternberg says
This sounds like a cute movie.
heather c says
I just love Amy Adams. She’s amazing…and I love her hair!
Charlene Kuser says
I haven’t seen this movie yet,but I am going to it
looks like a very funny movie.I would love to win this nice prize pack.Thanks for the giveaway
janice smith says
what great prizes
John Deal says
This sounds like a fun date movie.
Veronica Garrett says
I would love to see this movie. It sounds great.
DanV says
This is a great set of prizes
Marcy Strahan says
We Just watched Enchanted a number of time this last month on cable.
The actress(Amy Adams) was so darn sweet.
We really enjoyed how she is funny yet approachable, serious yet playful.
Looking forward to seeing Leap Year & watching her again & seeing how she is maturing in her acting skills.
barbara wright says
I’ve been wanting to see this movie! I was so shocked when my daughter told me that Amy Adams was the same woman who was in Enchanted. I didn’t believe her – I had to go to IMDB to look. She was right.
Nancy S. says
This sounds like a cute movie. I’d like to see it.
Joanne Schultz says
ooh this movie sounds great!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Celia says
Maybe I will take my husband to see this one afternoon.
Barbara Long says
Leap Year is a cute movie. I really like the t-shirt and track jacket.
Amy Delong says
this looks cute,can’t wait going to make hubby take me!
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Beverly M says
It looks like a cute movie and I love the giveaway, especially the jacket. Thanks for having the contest!
Rachel says
I would like to see that movie when it comes out on dvd. My email address is [email protected]
Renee We says
The movie Leap Year is like a breath of spring.
Jules L says
I saw it last weekend and I loved it! Matthew Goode is so adorable!
Donna M. Clark says
I loved Amy Adams in Julie and Julia, I can’t wait to see her in this new movie. Thank you for having this giveaway.
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vanessa hunter says
I would leap with joy if I won!
vanessa hunter says
I would love to leap right into all of those goodies!
Jennifer Jozwiak says
i really like the jacket & notebook. plus Amy Adams is great!
Ellen Brower says
This movie look so good. I love Amy Adams!
Frances Watson says
I would love to win this thanks for this great giveaway
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John Ferris says
This sounds like a great movie.
blueviolet says
Nothing better than a romantic comedy!
starr says
I cant wait to see this movie..its not out yet in my hometown..might have to wait for dvd..
DONNA LONGWORTH says
I can’t wait to see it!
Maja Meza says
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Maja Meza says
i love amy adams
Freebies says
I absolutely loved Leap Year!!!!
-Marilyn
Diane F says
Looks like my kind of movie! Thanks for the great giveaway!
DEBIJOT says
movie looks good. Thanks
Theresa Dell says
This movie sounds good, modern day Sadie Hawkins.
kathy pease says
Thank you for the AWESOME GIVEAWAY.. Please count me in 🙂
pat jasmin says
i want to see the movie
Daphne says
If it weren’t for Leap Year
I’d still be single-tasking…
I’d love to wear this shirt
to celebrate my asking!
Candie L says
I love the track suit. Thank you
Lily Kwan says
Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!
Justine says
I love Amy Adams and Ireland too of course 😀
Darcy B says
Yes please, the movie looks really sweet. Happy New Year & thanks for the chance to win.
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Gianna says
Please enter me 🙂
Lindsay says
This looks like a really fun movie. Thanks for the giveaway I’d love to win!
Karrie says
I am looking foward to seeing this movie, thankyou for the giveaway
Auriette Lindsey says
The track jacket and t-shirt would come in really handy, as hubby and I are trying to exercise more. This looks like a cute film, too.
CherylS22 says
I’m looking forward to seeing this movie. Thanks for the opportunity to win some great prizes!
Bambi M says
Hubby and I are looking forward to watching this soon!
Sandra S. says
I have not seen the movie yet but I want to! Thanks!
Heather Goldsmith says
My daughter (16) has been asking to see this movie. Must be good to get her approval.
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Jennifer R says
This looks like just the kind of movie I enjoy. Light and enjoyable… Thanks for the opportunity to win.
christopher h says
looks like a fun film
venus m. says
Definitely A Girls Night Out!
Ed Nemmers says
Mancrush on Matthew Goode and Amy Adams always portrays a full character!
Kelly says
I can’t wait to see this movie; I love Amy Adams! 🙂 Thank you for the giveaway!
Carol says
I think that the coming attractions really show how this romantic comedy is going to be a big hit. I can’t wait to get my big pop corn and watch this.
Andria says
I would love a chance to win. Thank you.
Jay F. says
The scenes of Ireland look great in the trailer for this movie.
Kim H. says
This looks like a cute movie. I hope to catch it on DVD.
Molly K says
I can’t wait to see this movie. Hopefully I get a chance this weekend.
Kimberly says
This looks so cute. It’s been a while since we had a good, sweet romantic comedy that wasn’t totally vulgar.
karen says
This seems like it will be entertaining.
Erma says
This looks like a good movie.
Lisa says
I’d love to go see this movie with my sister!
Jamie says
I’m planning on seeing this movie this weekend – it looks cute 🙂
Arla says
These are things we can use from in this prize and a movie and some popcorn would be nice too
Barbara Wilson says
Thanks for sharing this great giveaway : )
REBECCA TOWNER says
I plan on seeing the movie-would love to win the prize
Happi Shopr says
really want to see this movie. looks like a lot of fun; will have to take the girls.
Stephanie Adkins says
I really want to see this movie. It seems so cute,
amy d says
this movie sounds great.thanks
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Jason Nickolay says
This looks like a very entertaining movie. Thanks for the chance
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Sarah says
enter me!
Jocelyn says
I really liked this movie! I’d love the chance to win the prize pack.
Monique Rizzo says
I like the apparal track jacket. Thanks for the chance.
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Jason Simmons says
planning on seeing this one this weekend
Jason Simmons says
planning on seeing it this weekend
Brenda Smith says
I want to see this movie so bad.
Tina says
I saw it last weekend! One of the best I have seen in a long time!!
Katina says
I am planning to watch the movie. Thanks for the contest.
Erica G says
I think the movie sounds great!
Mama Zen says
This movie sounds cute!
Karen Pochodowicz says
This looks like a cute movie with a beautiful setting.
Vickie Couturier says
I havent seen the movie yet,but Ive heard nothing but good things about it
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angie says
The movie and the items look like fun. What a great color of green.
kim says
Amy Adams is such a cute actress. Can’t wait to see the movie.
Amy P says
I can’t wait to see this movie!
Rosie says
Amy Adams is great in romantic comedies and this looks so cute that I instantly wanted to see it when I saw a preview a few weeks ago. I also love films set in the UK and Ireland because it gives it a more charming, romantic appeal. The Irish countryside is absolutely beautiful. I enjoyed that when I saw PS I Love You, too.
Beth says
Thanks for the review of the movie! I love Amy Adams — and I must try to see this movie next week!
Heidi V. says
This is a movie I would enjoy watching! What a great prize pack thanks for the chance.
Julie Smith says
I actually really can’t wait to see this movie; it looks so sweet and feel-good. We all need a bit of escapism now and then, and a good movie is a great way to obtain it.
Forgetfulone says
It looks like a fun movie! Thanks for the contest.
Christine Judd says
Sounds like a good movie!
Elaine says
I can’t wait to see this movie…I just love Amy Adams! And I love the fact that it is PG!
LaVonne Long says
My sister and I saw this on Friday when it came out. I was so pleased. I love movies like this that are rated PG. They are few and far between. I want them to continue to make more.
Jennifr says
Sounds fun – I’m all for mindless movies
Bacallsmom says
I love romantic comedies, and I’m not ashamed to say so! Like the old Paul McCartney song about loving silly love songs, “what’s wrong with that?” Absolutely nothing. 🙂
Laura says
I think that movie looks cute!!
Martha C says
I would love to get some goodies to light up the cold down here. The movie sounds fun!
Sarah Hirsch says
I want to see this. I have always wanted to go to Ireland, so if I can’t go, I’d love to see the movie and the beautiful surroundings so I can at least pretend I am there vicariously.
sarra wheeler says
i cant wait to see this movie!!
🙂
Noreen says
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Noreen says
we are going to this movie as soon as we get our babysitter, at least two weeks maybe more.
Tatum V says
Sounds like a fun movie that I would like thanks..
Eva D says
I can not wait to see this movie. It looks like it is going to be a good one
Stacey says
I want to see this movie. Looks like it will be fun to watch.
manri says
ok, since your last rom-com recommendation was a hit (the proposal), i will def. go see this one! thanks!
Julie Reuter says
Is it in theaters yet? I’m going to the movies tomorrow and have yet to decide what to see…if this is out maybe I’ll see it. I like Amy Adams and I dream about going to Ireland!
julie_reuter92 at yahoo dot com
Jill L says
Looks like a great movie.
Angela J says
This should be fun to watch
Mozi Esmes Mommy says
Would love to win – this sounds like my kind of movie!
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Deana C says
I can’t wait to see the movie!
Molomatic says
This looks like a fun movie! I’m going to go see it!
Kowanda says
I plan on taking my husband to see this movie!
Shelly L in NC says
I’d love to win this giveaway. My mom and I are going to see it…can’t wait!
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Jennifer Short says
I’d like to win this. My dad was born on Feb 29 and I’ve always liked anything associated with Leap Year because of him, and now with the movie coming out, I’m sure there will be lots of neat stuff!
Kelly H says
I really want to see this move, a good romantic comedy is just what I need to lighten up and laugh right now, plus you can’t beat the scenery of Ireland, would love to take another vacation there.
Demetra A says
Great items, everyone could probably put them to some good use. Thanks for the giveaway!
Judy J. says
I got goosebumps watching the trailer. Looking forward to seeing the movie!
Peggy Gorman says
Amy Adams is a doll and I love her movies! Leap year looks awesome and I can’t wait till it comes out!!
Thanks for the chance
Heidi Bokor says
I would love these items. I am so looking forward to this movie, but probably will not be able to watch it in the theater. But I am putting it on my Netfliz list as soon as it comes out for sure! Thanks for this awesome giveaway. I am so keeping my fingers crossed on this one!
Elena says
Great prize, I could use it for an upcoming plane trip! Thanks for the contest!
Leona P says
sounds good
Evelyn says
sounds great
Susan Heim says
Sounds like a great movie! And I’d love to win the goodies. Thanks!
Michael Capp says
I’d love to win!
Bonnie McAfee says
I’d like to enter. This movie and the promo stuff looks cute.
Nicole C. says
This sounds like a great movie!
Rebekah says
Amy Adams certainly has been a busy lady. I have been looking forward to this movie since I saw the poster for it weeks ago!
Tari Lawson says
This movie looks really good. I can’t wait to see it.
Kristi C says
I really love that green jacket.
Tracey Byram says
This sounds like a cute movie to watch.
deb c says
I’m going to go see this movie, I love Isla Fisher. The trailer at the theater is really cute.
Terra Heck says
I saw the previews for this on TV a few times and it looks like a good movie to see. Please count me in to win.
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DARLA KIDDER says
I would love to see another movie with Ireland in it , after seeing P.S. I love You I’m hooked.
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ron says
amy is tearing up the screen; esp. in her movies with meryl . . .
Jean says
I love romantic comedies. Can’t wait for this to come out!
Marilyn Wons says
I love the Apparel Track Jacket! thank you
Amber Gibson says
Amy Adams is my favorite – I love it!
Kathy D says
I love Movie stuff don’t really know why
Annette D says
I’ve seen the previews and it looks like a great movie. I’m looking forward to seeing it.
Staci A says
Sounds like a wonderful movie! I can’t wait to see it. Thanks for the chance to enter!
Jessica Harwood says
I think this looks like a really cute movie! I love romantic comedies – especially when they’re clean. I’m actually looking forward to this film and I appreciate your thoughts about it! Thanks!
Courtney says
I would love to see this movie!
Laurie Holcombe says
sounds like a girlie girl movie!
Angie says
I cannot wait to see this movie. I am so super picky about the types of movies we see, and I can’t remember the last PG-13 or R rated movie we saw because I’m tired of the filth. I am totally excited that they’re finally “getting it” and making good movies that are only rated PG. It’s about time! Anyway, can’t wait to see it, and the giveaway is fantastic! Thanks for the chance!
Amy Lang says
I love a good romantic comedy so I would love to see this movie.
Adrienne Gordon says
that track jacket looks neat.
NICHOLAS ELIAS NIEVES says
My wife would love both the prize and the movie
MamaB says
I can’t wait to see this movie!
kathy dunaway says
Leap Year sounds like a good movie.Thanks for the giveaway:)
Ann F says
I would like to would like to see Leap Year. Thanks for offering this giveaway
Jannet Tseng says
This could be a funny movie to watch.
Margaret Smith says
What a great prize package. I’m really looking forward to seeing this romantic movie. Thanks so much.
Tiffany Lane says
sounds like a great movie
Sarah Bradford says
I never win anything…so it would be neat to win something. Plus I think I will have to go alone to see this this weekend. I actually like going alone.
Michele Judd says
This looks like such a cute movie!
Jen says
I saw Amy Adams on David Letterman a few nights ago. Now I really want to see this movie!
Steph says
Leap Year looks like it will be a fun movie to watch.
Kelly says
I love romance, and comedy is just what I need inmy love. Would love to win this package. thanks so much for the chance.
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Mikki says
My daughters and I are REALLY looking forward to seeing this and I would LOVE to win this to share with them!!
Joni says
I love these kind of movies. Can’t wait to see this one!
stacy says
I want to see it!
Melissa Nunley says
This movie looks so good! I love Amy Adams
Vicki says
This movie looks great! I recently – finally – saw “Julie & Julia” and thought Amy Adams was adorable…my hubby saw it with me and loved the movie, too. Can’t wait to see this one!
aimee c. says
oh, i can hardly wait to see this movie. definitely my kind of movie! thanks so much!
Adrienne says
I so want to see this movie. My sister and I plan on seeing it next week.
Jen says
I love a good romantic comedy and my husband does, too! Thanks for the review!
km says
I love good romantic comedies. I’ve been watching the commercials for this and can’t wait to see it.
Wani says
I can’t wait to see this movie!! Amy Adams is really great and Matthew Goode is adorable!
K. Rock says
I want to see this one. Thanks for the chance.
Jingle says
This sounds really cute! I would LOVE to go to Ireland!!! It is so beautiful!
Tyra says
I just saw part of interview about this movie while flipping around for the weather this morning! I was wondering if it would actually be good so it’s nice to read a review for it. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
April Laymon says
Would love to see a good movie. They r far and few! 🙂
Marj McClendon says
What a great giveaway to go along with what I am sure will be a great movie. My hubby has taken me to 3 movies in 19 yearas………I think it’s about time to go again and see this one.
Rebekah E. says
I can’t wait to see this movie, it looks so funny. I just love a good romantic comedy.
Jennifer says
I absolutely love Matthew Goode. I can’t wait to see this film. Thanks for sharing your review!
Valerie says
I agree with Emily. This looks like it would be a great date night movie with the hubby. Thanks for another great give away!
Emily says
Gee, I was just talking to DH last night that it’s about time for us to start dating again…I will put this movie on the list of ideas. Thanks for sharing!
Mom24 says
I saw a preview for this last weekend. It looked so good. I’m so glad to know you enjoyed it. Sometimes they put the best moments in the 2 minute preview and the movie is bad.
edj says
I must admit I’m not a huge fan of rom-coms, unless they are heavier on the com than the rom. However, I love the British Isles (am I allowed to include Ireland in that description? I know perfectly well that Ireland is not a part of GB) and I could really use an airline comfort kit, a new tshirt/jacket, and a new journal. PLUS, had my twins been born in a different year, they would have been born on Feb. 29th. Which would make them about 4 or so now, so perhaps it’s just as well 🙂
If I win, I promise to watch the movie 🙂
Tawnda says
this looks so good!
blueviolet says
This sounds like it’s exactly my kind of movie! Can’t wait to see it!
Nina says
Sometimes we just need a good old romantic comedy to cheer us up!
julie says
I want to see this movie too.
Jawan says
This sounds like a cute movie. Can’t wait to see it.
You should go to YouTube and watch the trailer for another new movie, WHEN IN ROME. So cute!