There was a time when rom-coms were the lushest part of the filmmaking jungle. In their golden age, they dominated the box office and could catapult actors to stardom. There were a few formulas, but usually a mismatched couple who would never fall in love would spend some time together and then…fall in love. They’re reliable, familiar and comforting.
Today, however, we are in a virtual wasteland when it comes to rom-coms. They still get made, but are largely relegated to streaming rather than theatrical releases. The budgets are lower, and even though they remain a good vehicle for up-and-coming performers, there’s a very low chance they’ll change anyone’s life, cast or audience alike.
People We Meet on Vacation is the latest entry in the genre. It is, in a word, familiar.
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