He’s Just Not That Into You (2009)

“He’s Just Not That Into You” is a romantic comedy-drama film released in 2009, directed by Ken Kwapis, based on the bestselling self-help book of the same name by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo. The movie follows a group of interconnected individuals in Baltimore, who are struggling to navigate through their relationships in the age of modern technology.

The main characters of the movie are Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin), a young woman who is desperate to find love and desperately tries to decode every little action of her dates, and Alex (Justin Long), a bar owner who tries to explain to Gigi that if a guy is not calling her back, it’s because he’s just not that into her. The film also features an ensemble cast, including Jennifer Aniston, Ben Affleck, Scarlett Johansson, Bradley Cooper, and Drew Barrymore, portraying different characters who have their own stories and experiences in relationships.

The movie deals with a range of relationship issues, such as commitment, infidelity, and communication. The film’s message is that people should be honest with themselves and their partners about their intentions and feelings, and that it’s okay to be single and wait for the right person to come along.

Overall, “He’s Just Not That Into You” is an entertaining and thought-provoking movie that explores the complexities of modern dating and relationships, and offers some valuable insights and lessons about love and self-worth.

“He’s Just Not That Into You” was produced by New Line Cinema and Flower Films, with a budget of $40 million. The film was directed by Ken Kwapis and written by Abby Kohn and Marc Silverstein, based on the self-help book of the same name by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo.

The movie was filmed primarily in Baltimore, Maryland, with some scenes shot in Los Angeles, California. The production design by Gae S. Buckley and cinematography by John Bailey helped to create a distinctive and colorful visual style for the film.

The soundtrack for the movie featured a mix of popular songs and original music, with artists such as The Cure, Maroon 5, and Keane contributing to the soundtrack. The film’s score was composed by Cliff Eidelman.

“He’s Just Not That Into You” was released in the United States on February 6, 2009, and received mixed reviews from critics. However, the movie was a box office success, grossing over $181 million worldwide.

“He’s Just Not That Into You” received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Here are a few examples:

• Rotten Tomatoes: The film holds a rating of 42% on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus stating, “Despite the best efforts of a talented cast, He’s Just Not That Into You devotes too little time to each of its protagonists, thus reducing them to stereotypes.”
• Metacritic: The movie has a score of 47 out of 100 on Metacritic, indicating “mixed or average reviews.”
• Roger Ebert: Film critic Roger Ebert gave the movie two stars out of four, stating, “The movie is not a total loss. It is well-cast with attractive actors playing attractive characters, and they have attractive apartments and jobs.”
• Variety: Reviewer Todd McCarthy praised the film’s ensemble cast but criticized the writing, stating, “The balance and organization of the script leave something to be desired, and the individual storylines have a been-there, done-that feel.”
• The New York Times: Critic Manohla Dargis called the movie “a big-screen romantic comedy that will make you laugh and cry and think twice about answering your cell phone during a date,” while also noting its “predictable structure.”

Despite the mixed reviews, “He’s Just Not That Into You” was a commercial success and remains a popular romantic comedy among audiences.

Here’s a brief update on where some of the key cast members of “He’s Just Not That Into You” are now:

• Ginnifer Goodwin: Since starring as Gigi, Goodwin has appeared in several other films and TV shows, including “Once Upon a Time” and “The Twilight Zone” reboot. She currently stars in the TV series “Why Women Kill.”
• Justin Long: Long has continued to act in both film and TV since playing Alex in “He’s Just Not That Into You.” His recent credits include the TV series “Lady of the Manor” and the film “The Wave.”
• Jennifer Aniston: Aniston has remained a prominent actress since playing Beth in the film. She has starred in several successful movies, including “Marley & Me” and “The Morning Show.”
• Ben Affleck: Affleck has continued to act in films, and has also directed several acclaimed movies, including “Argo” and “The Town.” He is set to reprise his role as Batman in the upcoming film “The Flash.”
• Scarlett Johansson: Johansson has become one of the biggest stars in Hollywood since playing Anna in the film. She has starred in numerous blockbuster movies, including the Marvel Cinematic Universe films as Black Widow.
• Bradley Cooper: Cooper has continued to act in films, and has also expanded into directing and producing. His recent credits include “A Star is Born” (which he also directed), “The Hangover” trilogy, and “American Sniper.”
• Drew Barrymore: Barrymore has continued to act in films and produce TV shows, and also hosts her own talk show, “The Drew Barrymore Show.”
• Jennifer Connelly: Connelly has continued to act in films and TV shows, and recently starred in the TV series “Snowpiercer.”

Overall, the cast of “He’s Just Not That Into You” has continued to enjoy success in their careers and remain active in the entertainment industry.

“He’s Just Not That Into You” was a box office success, grossing over $181 million worldwide against a production budget of $40 million. In its opening weekend, the film grossed $27.8 million in the United States, debuting at number one at the box office.

The movie continued to perform well in its subsequent weeks, ultimately grossing $93.9 million in the United States and $87.4 million internationally. The film’s success was due in part to its star-studded cast and its appeal to a wide audience, particularly women.

Overall, “He’s Just Not That Into You” was one of the highest-grossing romantic comedies of 2009, and helped to establish several of its cast members as major stars in the entertainment industry.