Love Possibly

Love Possibly, a film from the year 2018 directed by Michael Boccalini and Che Grant, is an innovative, authentic, and touching romantic comedy filled with hilarity and originality. Drawing inspiration from the infamous mockumentary genre, a style made famous by Christopher Guest, the film gives us a unique and humorous perspective of an eccentric, love-struck London writer. This film boasts of a remarkable cast line up including Steve Hodgetts, Anna Danshina, and Julie Nesher.

The films central character Alex (Steve Hodgetts), is an endearing yet peculiar aspiring author with little success and a mediocre social standing. He is kind-hearted, emotionally driven, and incredibly affectionate, with an immense belief in romantic love. However, he is struggling with severe bad luck when it comes to the particular topic of romantic relationships. Despite his serial dating, he swims continuously in the sea of singlehood, never being able to build a successful relationship.

Steve Hodgetts playing Alex delivers an engaging performance with impeccable comic timing. His portrayal of this larger-than-life character is genuinely engaging and humorous. His despairing romantic life has driven him to write a novel about a lonely heart finding pathetic, unrequited love, tantamount to his own.

After countless failed attempts at finding the love of his life in the city, Alex, fuelled by desperation, decides to venture into the world of internet dating. This decision takes him on a roller coaster romance with a Moldovan mail-order bride, the character of which is impressively well played by Anna Danshina. The beautiful and mysterious Moldovan woman, Irina, is eager to experience all that London can offer, but she is also battling with her emotional baggage.

In her restrained yet powerful performance, Anna Danshina, as Irina, provides a contrasting personality to Alex's overly emotional persona. She plays a pragmatic, level-headed woman with dreams and ambitions, but her past holds her back. Despite the language barrier and cultural differences, Alex embraces his love for her. Their romance incorporates English lessons, discussions about British pop culture, awkward dates, and a series of comical facts about life in Moldova.

The film presents their journey, captures all the highs and lows of their story, questions love's reality, its principles, its mere existence, and of course, the harsh realities of life that sometimes come in the way. The characters navigate through various circumstances and emotions in seeking true love.

Julie Nesher, in a noteworthy performance, adds an additional layer of charm playing an ever-watchful and manipulative director. She offers her unsolicited advice to Alex about his love life and interferences that result in hilarious outcomes. Her character adds a unique flavor to the plot and brings unexpected twists and turns to Alex’s life.

Love Possibly brilliantly uses the mockumentary style approach, with its interviews and real-life camera style, to create a heartwarming narrative set in the backdrop of contemporary London. Boccalini and Che Grant’s direction adds quirkiness and much-needed comic relief to a relatively serious topic. The sarcastic wit and dry humor couple with extravagant characters and relatable situations to create a captivating impact.

One of the most appealing and appreciating aspects of this film is its ability to balance comedy with emotional depth, keeping viewers invested in the emotionality of the characters while providing comic relief. The film's pace is measured and unfolding, revealing the many layers of the characters with depth and authenticity. The central theme of seeking love in the era of modern technology is addressed both humorously and touchingly, making this film relatable to a broad audience.

Love Possibly, overall, offers an unexpected and original take on modern relationships. It tactfully subverts the conventional romantic comedy formula while exploring the theme of loneliness, companionship, and the quest for love in the 21st century. It encourages its viewers to redefine their perceptions of love and to think and laugh simultaneously.

A concoction of light-heartedness, fun, and the sobering reality of love and life, Love Possibly emphasizes that genuine love embodies acceptance - not merely of the joys but also of the challenges the other person brings. It entertains its audiences with its wit and humor while touching their hearts with its authenticity. It is a must-watch for those seeking a refreshing romantic comedy with an insightful narrative.