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.
Love Romantic comedies and I love Amy Adams. Definitely will see!
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.
Very nice prize package! Thank you so much : )
Definately want to see this movie and LOVE the merchandise!
Lovely prize and a great site. Thank you for this opportunity to win.
I’m looking forward to seeing this movie!
Sounds like a fun light hearted movie. Cute stuff!
This sounds like a cute movie.
I just love Amy Adams. She’s amazing…and I love her hair!
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
what great prizes
This sounds like a fun date movie.
I would love to see this movie. It sounds great.
This is a great set of prizes
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.
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.
This sounds like a cute movie. I’d like to see it.
ooh this movie sounds great!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Maybe I will take my husband to see this one afternoon.
Leap Year is a cute movie. I really like the t-shirt and track jacket.
this looks cute,can’t wait going to make hubby take me!
ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com
It looks like a cute movie and I love the giveaway, especially the jacket. Thanks for having the contest!
I would like to see that movie when it comes out on dvd. My email address is wildflower1014@tampabay.rr.com
The movie Leap Year is like a breath of spring.
I saw it last weekend and I loved it! Matthew Goode is so adorable!
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.
litefoot873 (@) hotmail.com
I would leap with joy if I won!
I would love to leap right into all of those goodies!
i really like the jacket & notebook. plus Amy Adams is great!
This movie look so good. I love Amy Adams!
I would love to win this thanks for this great giveaway
fancyfeet45@earthlink.net
This sounds like a great movie.
Nothing better than a romantic comedy!
I cant wait to see this movie..its not out yet in my hometown..might have to wait for dvd..
I can’t wait to see it!
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i love amy adams
I absolutely loved Leap Year!!!!
-Marilyn
Looks like my kind of movie! Thanks for the great giveaway!
movie looks good. Thanks
This movie sounds good, modern day Sadie Hawkins.
Thank you for the AWESOME GIVEAWAY.. Please count me in 🙂
i want to see the movie
If it weren’t for Leap Year
I’d still be single-tasking…
I’d love to wear this shirt
to celebrate my asking!
I love the track suit. Thank you
Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!
I love Amy Adams and Ireland too of course 😀
Yes please, the movie looks really sweet. Happy New Year & thanks for the chance to win.
kakihararocks@gmail.com
Please enter me 🙂
This looks like a really fun movie. Thanks for the giveaway I’d love to win!
I am looking foward to seeing this movie, thankyou for the giveaway
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.
I’m looking forward to seeing this movie. Thanks for the opportunity to win some great prizes!
Hubby and I are looking forward to watching this soon!
I have not seen the movie yet but I want to! Thanks!
My daughter (16) has been asking to see this movie. Must be good to get her approval.
dontaskme22(at)yahoo(dot)com
This looks like just the kind of movie I enjoy. Light and enjoyable… Thanks for the opportunity to win.
looks like a fun film
Definitely A Girls Night Out!
Mancrush on Matthew Goode and Amy Adams always portrays a full character!
I can’t wait to see this movie; I love Amy Adams! 🙂 Thank you for the giveaway!
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.
I would love a chance to win. Thank you.
The scenes of Ireland look great in the trailer for this movie.
This looks like a cute movie. I hope to catch it on DVD.
I can’t wait to see this movie. Hopefully I get a chance this weekend.
This looks so cute. It’s been a while since we had a good, sweet romantic comedy that wasn’t totally vulgar.
This seems like it will be entertaining.
This looks like a good movie.
I’d love to go see this movie with my sister!
I’m planning on seeing this movie this weekend – it looks cute 🙂
These are things we can use from in this prize and a movie and some popcorn would be nice too
Thanks for sharing this great giveaway : )
I plan on seeing the movie-would love to win the prize
really want to see this movie. looks like a lot of fun; will have to take the girls.
I really want to see this movie. It seems so cute,
this movie sounds great.thanks
amy16323(at)gmail(dot)com
This looks like a very entertaining movie. Thanks for the chance
jason(at)allworldautomotive(dot)com
enter me!
I really liked this movie! I’d love the chance to win the prize pack.
I like the apparal track jacket. Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net
planning on seeing this one this weekend
planning on seeing it this weekend
I want to see this movie so bad.
I saw it last weekend! One of the best I have seen in a long time!!
I am planning to watch the movie. Thanks for the contest.
I think the movie sounds great!
This movie sounds cute!
This looks like a cute movie with a beautiful setting.
I havent seen the movie yet,but Ive heard nothing but good things about it
vlbelk(at)hotmail.com
The movie and the items look like fun. What a great color of green.
Amy Adams is such a cute actress. Can’t wait to see the movie.
I can’t wait to see this movie!
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.
Thanks for the review of the movie! I love Amy Adams — and I must try to see this movie next week!
This is a movie I would enjoy watching! What a great prize pack thanks for the chance.
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.
It looks like a fun movie! Thanks for the contest.
Sounds like a good movie!
I can’t wait to see this movie…I just love Amy Adams! And I love the fact that it is PG!
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.
Sounds fun – I’m all for mindless movies
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. 🙂
I think that movie looks cute!!
I would love to get some goodies to light up the cold down here. The movie sounds fun!
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.
i cant wait to see this movie!!
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we are going to this movie as soon as we get our babysitter, at least two weeks maybe more.
Sounds like a fun movie that I would like thanks..
I can not wait to see this movie. It looks like it is going to be a good one
I want to see this movie. Looks like it will be fun to watch.
ok, since your last rom-com recommendation was a hit (the proposal), i will def. go see this one! thanks!
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
Looks like a great movie.
This should be fun to watch
Would love to win – this sounds like my kind of movie!
janemaritz at yahoo dot com
I can’t wait to see the movie!
This looks like a fun movie! I’m going to go see it!
I plan on taking my husband to see this movie!
I’d love to win this giveaway. My mom and I are going to see it…can’t wait!
bleatham(at)gmail.com
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!
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.
Great items, everyone could probably put them to some good use. Thanks for the giveaway!
I got goosebumps watching the trailer. Looking forward to seeing the movie!
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
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!
Great prize, I could use it for an upcoming plane trip! Thanks for the contest!
sounds good
sounds great
Sounds like a great movie! And I’d love to win the goodies. Thanks!
I’d love to win!
I’d like to enter. This movie and the promo stuff looks cute.
This sounds like a great movie!
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!
This movie looks really good. I can’t wait to see it.
I really love that green jacket.
This sounds like a cute movie to watch.
I’m going to go see this movie, I love Isla Fisher. The trailer at the theater is really cute.
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.
partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com
I would love to see another movie with Ireland in it , after seeing P.S. I love You I’m hooked.
luckylady4163@yahoo.com
amy is tearing up the screen; esp. in her movies with meryl . . .
I love romantic comedies. Can’t wait for this to come out!
I love the Apparel Track Jacket! thank you
Amy Adams is my favorite – I love it!
I love Movie stuff don’t really know why
I’ve seen the previews and it looks like a great movie. I’m looking forward to seeing it.
Sounds like a wonderful movie! I can’t wait to see it. Thanks for the chance to enter!
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!
I would love to see this movie!
sounds like a girlie girl movie!
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!
I love a good romantic comedy so I would love to see this movie.
that track jacket looks neat.
My wife would love both the prize and the movie
I can’t wait to see this movie!
Leap Year sounds like a good movie.Thanks for the giveaway:)
I would like to would like to see Leap Year. Thanks for offering this giveaway
This could be a funny movie to watch.
What a great prize package. I’m really looking forward to seeing this romantic movie. Thanks so much.
sounds like a great movie
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.
This looks like such a cute movie!
I saw Amy Adams on David Letterman a few nights ago. Now I really want to see this movie!
Leap Year looks like it will be a fun movie to watch.
I love romance, and comedy is just what I need inmy love. Would love to win this package. thanks so much for the chance.
kibbles0905@yahoo.com
My daughters and I are REALLY looking forward to seeing this and I would LOVE to win this to share with them!!
I love these kind of movies. Can’t wait to see this one!
I want to see it!
This movie looks so good! I love Amy Adams
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!
oh, i can hardly wait to see this movie. definitely my kind of movie! thanks so much!
I so want to see this movie. My sister and I plan on seeing it next week.
I love a good romantic comedy and my husband does, too! Thanks for the review!
I love good romantic comedies. I’ve been watching the commercials for this and can’t wait to see it.
I can’t wait to see this movie!! Amy Adams is really great and Matthew Goode is adorable!
I want to see this one. Thanks for the chance.
This sounds really cute! I would LOVE to go to Ireland!!! It is so beautiful!
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! 🙂
Would love to see a good movie. They r far and few! 🙂
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.
I can’t wait to see this movie, it looks so funny. I just love a good romantic comedy.
I absolutely love Matthew Goode. I can’t wait to see this film. Thanks for sharing your review!
I agree with Emily. This looks like it would be a great date night movie with the hubby. Thanks for another great give away!
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!
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.
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 🙂
this looks so good!
This sounds like it’s exactly my kind of movie! Can’t wait to see it!
Sometimes we just need a good old romantic comedy to cheer us up!
I want to see this movie too.
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!