The ending is happy and ironic in equal measure, but most of the fun is just getting there with the right chemistry and compatibility. full review

An exceptionally guy-friendly chick flick. full review

Lately, romance comedies have expanded in running time, doubtless to compensate for their shrinkage in charm, and this is no exception -- it's way too long for something far too slight. full review

The film's romantic core is impervious to problems. full review

A romantic-comedy charmer in which you genuinely care about the partners-in-romance. full review

The movie has lots of glossy charm! full review

The winning romantic comedy every summer not only awaits, but counts on!

Notting Hill is about as enchanting as movies get these days!

Notting Hill is a harmless, well-intentioned romantic comedy with several solid laughs.

Smart, sometimes pissingly funny!

Very funny! full review

Blithe and exhilarating! full review

The movie is bright, the dialogue has wit and intelligence, and Roberts and Grant are very easy to like. full review

Good hair, great chemistry, and a close-up of her at the finale that would make a dentist weep for joy!

With lead actors like that, Notting Hill doesn't need a cast of annoying supporting characters, but it's got them. full review

It's funny, sympathetic, mostly smart, and it boasts a likable cast of characters led by two performers who have star power and know how to use it.

The romance is tepid. full review

Attempts at pathos fall with a resounding dud!

Witty, sweet and genuine!

Grant and Roberts build an exciting fire between them! full review