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This is one of those rare romantic comedies that doesn’t feel manufactured or cloying. "Enough Said" follows Eva, a divorced masseuse, as she stumbles into an unexpected romance with Albert, only to discover he’s the ex-husband of her new friend. The plot sounds like something out of a sitcom, but the film sidesteps cliches and digs into the awkwardness and vulnerability of dating later in life.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus and James Gandolfini (in one of his final roles) have a really charming, believable chemistry. Gandolfini, especially, brings a gentle, quietly funny presence that completely sidesteps his usual tough-guy typecasting. Their conversations feel so natural you’ll forget you’re watching actors. Louis-Dreyfus is both hilarious and painfully relatable.
Nicole Holofcener’s direction keeps things feeling breezy and intimate, mostly set in sun-dappled Los Angeles neighborhoods and homes. There’s not a lot of flashy cinematography, but the cozy, slightly cluttered interiors make everything feel lived-in and real, like you could easily step into their lives. It’s a great example of how a specific setting can quietly enrich a simple story.
If I’m being critical, some of the supporting characters (especially Eva’s teenage daughter and her best friend) don’t get quite enough room to breathe. The subplot with Catherine Keener as the ex-wife sometimes feels undercooked. Still, these are pretty minor drawbacks in a film so firmly focused on its main duo.
You would enjoy this if you like your romance stories dryly funny, a little bittersweet, and grounded in the messiness of actual life rather than fairy tale logic. It’s ideal for fans of indie films, Holofcener’s other work, or anyone who misses the feeling of a clever, grown-up romantic comedy.
