The romantic comedy, as a genre, is often regarded as inferior to others, sometimes rightfully. More often than not, rom-coms are full to the brim with tropes, especially the extremely irritating cliché that is "love at first sight". This movie tries to subvert this idea, by intercutting scenes with interviews of elderly couples who got married shortly after meeting each other. Harry and Sally, on the other hand, take their time and their love story spans over a decade. As they get to know and understand each other, we do the same and start to root for two realistic characters, instead of witnessing an implausible, preconceived, relationship.
As a comedy, this flick also works extremely well. There are iconic one-liners (like the classic "I'll have what she's having), but it's the witty dialogue that makes this film. In every scene, the movie amuses us and gives us some information about the characters' attitudes towards life and, more specifically, love. Furthermore, the two lead actors, especially Crystal, have great comedic timing, making the movie entertaining, heartwarming and refreshing.
As a comedy, this flick also works extremely well. There are iconic one-liners (like the classic "I'll have what she's having), but it's the witty dialogue that makes this film. In every scene, the movie amuses us and gives us some information about the characters' attitudes towards life and, more specifically, love. Furthermore, the two lead actors, especially Crystal, have great comedic timing, making the movie entertaining, heartwarming and refreshing.