I swear the acting and storytelling in these Netflix rom-coms gets worse everyday. The film gets a 5 from me because the scenery was gorgeous and we get a taste of a rich culture that isn't touched upon often in English language films. However, the acting was horrendous except from a few of the newcomers, Rachel Leigh Cook just does not have that it factor anymore so I'm very confused as to why she continually is cast in these romantic comedies. The storyline was bland as well, and how the two main characters end up together is incredibly cliché which could possibly be what Netflix was going for on this. As previously stated, the film's only saving grace is the cultural aspect that was enjoyable to see and learn about. Netflix needs an original idea though. These films are becoming as bad as every Hallmark movie ever just with a slightly larger budget.
64 Reviews
A Tourist wants to Escape life, a Traveler wants to Experience it
rockenenglish14 May 2023
Warning: Spoilers
A Tourist's Guide to Love is a wonderfully shot, culture experiencing, kinda cute Rom Com. But it's incredibly cliché and cheesy, I guess what you'd expect from its title and being a Netflix movie. I just couldn't get past all the forced smiles on every sub-character's face and cheesy conversational lines. The only line I remember between the protagonists is my title " A Tourist wants to escape life, a Traveler Experiences it"...which is kinda cool.
Rachel Leigh Cook was my teen crush, she's still got it and a decent actress. But she did look a bit mature for this role.
I watched this with my wife as we just got back from Vietnam a week ago. We went to Hanoi, Da Nang, Hoi An, so there were many familiar scenes in this movie. We particularly enjoyed the market scene as it reminded us of our experience bargaining with the market ladies. Also the bikes are much worse IRL!
Ah, another point I liked was when Sinh mentions Westerners only think about the War, but that was only a tiny part of their History. Truly, there's so much more to Vietnam and I do think this movie does the country/tourism market justice.
Overall, great journey and setting and interesting scenes. Story and romance pretty average. Great having an Asian Male Lead and seeing Rachel Leigh Cook again. Just too cheesy.
Rachel Leigh Cook was my teen crush, she's still got it and a decent actress. But she did look a bit mature for this role.
I watched this with my wife as we just got back from Vietnam a week ago. We went to Hanoi, Da Nang, Hoi An, so there were many familiar scenes in this movie. We particularly enjoyed the market scene as it reminded us of our experience bargaining with the market ladies. Also the bikes are much worse IRL!
Ah, another point I liked was when Sinh mentions Westerners only think about the War, but that was only a tiny part of their History. Truly, there's so much more to Vietnam and I do think this movie does the country/tourism market justice.
Overall, great journey and setting and interesting scenes. Story and romance pretty average. Great having an Asian Male Lead and seeing Rachel Leigh Cook again. Just too cheesy.
There are two things to love about this film...the Vietnamese backdrop and Scott Ly.
cgvsluis12 May 2023
I could rave all day about the beautiful setting of this film. It really showcased Vietnam in a beautiful way. It was cleaver to use a film about a travel company to do it because it created the opening to see sights and have customs explained.
I also thought the actor Scott Ly did a wonderful job. He managed to straddle the romantic lead role well. I loved the running joke that he earned an "Amanda Riley" compliment.
I never really felt the chemistry on Rachel Leigh Cook's part and I really didn't care for her two supporting cast members, her boss played by Missi Pyle and her ex-boyfriend the forensic accountant played by Ben Feldman...who was just weird and awkward.
The story is about a travel company who wants to buy a little travel company in Vietnam to stay competitive, but before they make an offer they send their employee Amanda to secret shop the Vietnamese company to be sure. Which is awkward and then it isn't.
1/2 way through the film when Rachel relaxed a little the film gets slightly better and while it isn't my favorite film, I still would recommend it to romantics...and anyone wanting so see a beautiful side of Vietnam.
" Put that tourist guide book away, you're not a tourist." "Yes I am." "No. You are a traveler." "What's the difference?" "A tourist travels to escape life, a traveler travels to experience life. Life is too short to waste it escaping life, you should experience it instead."
I also thought the actor Scott Ly did a wonderful job. He managed to straddle the romantic lead role well. I loved the running joke that he earned an "Amanda Riley" compliment.
I never really felt the chemistry on Rachel Leigh Cook's part and I really didn't care for her two supporting cast members, her boss played by Missi Pyle and her ex-boyfriend the forensic accountant played by Ben Feldman...who was just weird and awkward.
The story is about a travel company who wants to buy a little travel company in Vietnam to stay competitive, but before they make an offer they send their employee Amanda to secret shop the Vietnamese company to be sure. Which is awkward and then it isn't.
1/2 way through the film when Rachel relaxed a little the film gets slightly better and while it isn't my favorite film, I still would recommend it to romantics...and anyone wanting so see a beautiful side of Vietnam.
" Put that tourist guide book away, you're not a tourist." "Yes I am." "No. You are a traveler." "What's the difference?" "A tourist travels to escape life, a traveler travels to experience life. Life is too short to waste it escaping life, you should experience it instead."
Great travel movie
evagreen-10623 April 2023
Rachel Leigh Cook can't act. The rest of the cast neither. The actual story was quite thin and the two main character had zero chemistry but somehow it is still a charming little film. In a grey, rainy afternoon this movie is perfect to bring some colour in your life. And I suspect it was made by a travel agency, as it makes me want to visit Vietnam.
I gave it 6 star because of the scenery and the cultural aspects that were shown. I loved the colours.
As a rom-com, meh, nothing special, although the male lead looks quite handsome indeed but I couldn't see any love happening, I couldn't see the female lead changing, but it probably comes with the lack of the acting skills from the whole cast.
Overall, it is still an okay movie, nice 90 minutes, but not something I'd watch again.
I gave it 6 star because of the scenery and the cultural aspects that were shown. I loved the colours.
As a rom-com, meh, nothing special, although the male lead looks quite handsome indeed but I couldn't see any love happening, I couldn't see the female lead changing, but it probably comes with the lack of the acting skills from the whole cast.
Overall, it is still an okay movie, nice 90 minutes, but not something I'd watch again.
Meh... not bad, but not that entertaining either
khanhngocnguyenpham23 April 2023
As a Vietnamese that now lives in the US, I was excited to see this movie when I saw the trailer. It's a typical romcom, so I won't complain about the predictable plot or the very stereotypical character arcs. The main male lead, Sinh, is apparently not a Vietnamese born, as his Vietnamese is weird, but I guess he tried his best, so I won't complain about it either. However, I found myself skipping most of the scenes due to the lack of chemistry between the two lead actors. Their interactions feel very forced, and their lines sound meaningless most of the times. The cinematography is lackluster, too. I expected to see some good camera works that show the beauty of Vietnam, but I was disappointed. Vietnamese directors nowadays do a much better work at this I must admit. The only positive thing I can speak about this movie is that the music is pretty on point.
If you wanna see a romcom set in Vietnamese with an adventure on the side, I recommend you go watch 1735km. It's available for free on Youtube. The movie was directed by a Vietnamese director and 100% of its cast are Vietnamese. It was made in 2004 if I remember correctly, but it's still much more novel and entertaining than this.
If you wanna see a romcom set in Vietnamese with an adventure on the side, I recommend you go watch 1735km. It's available for free on Youtube. The movie was directed by a Vietnamese director and 100% of its cast are Vietnamese. It was made in 2004 if I remember correctly, but it's still much more novel and entertaining than this.
A podcast movie with very little chemistry
thuylvp21 April 2023
I did not expect much from the film, yet I am still disappointed. The film offers some good scenes, the type of scenes that you can print out and pretend that you have been in the typical Lonely Planet Vietnam. But besides that, nothing else makes me feel good about this one. Put aside all the cultural malpresentations, the film fails to guide us to love. As a rom-com, I don't find it romantic or funny. As a tourist's film, I don't find it appealing. There is not any chemistry between the two main characters. The story is hard to believe. The cinematography does not convey any complex ideas. It is a postcard movie set Asia, but not a good one.
cute story. interesting locations
ksf-215 July 2023
After getting dumped in los angeles, amanda (rachael cook) takes a trip to vietnam, kind of a work-cation. She meets anh and sinh, whose family owns a tour guide company. Amanda is there to evaluate it, without letting them know. Such beautiful scenery and locations, which probably everyone mentions in these reviews. Sinh (scott ly) is very professional and sweet. He shows her and the group the local customs, and culture, but tells her they won't have time to see every landmark on her list; his company offers a more relaxed, free flowing visit, based on how long the lines are at the various touristy stops. Sinh knows all the out of the way, beautiful spots, and the history and meaning behind them. This was a lot of fun to watch! Knowing little about vietnam prior to this, it really was a trip through a beautiful new country. The arc of the relationship between amanda and sinh was predictable, but it all works, and who doesn't like a good love story?? Directed by steven tsuchida. Looks like he has done a mix of television and films. Story by eirene donohue.
Horrible Movie
jawinter-5999024 April 2023
I have never written a review on this site before but signed up just to write about how awful this movie is. Terrible story, awful acting. It really could not have been much worse. I do like a good RomCom and go in not expecting it to win any Oscars, but this was over the top painful, cliche, not funny, and the list goes on. I would have expected this to be a movie that Netflix never released and just took the tax break on it. Be advised--- even if you are a big Romantic Comedy lover, this movie is the worst of the worst. It is a shame because Vietnam is an amazing place and this movie dumbed it down.
A Solid Hallmark Movie
kierkebeard22 April 2023
At turns sweet and charming...then trite and manufactured, this movie does not plough new ground though it is a solid entry in the Hallmark movie library. Overall, a sweet and romantic travelogue but not much more than that. If you're in the mood for a light, fluffy movie with pretty scenery and not a deep, thought-provoking or otherwise intellectually challenging/stimulating film, this will fit the bill. It's fine for a date night with wine and popcorn; you can chat over the scenes and not miss anything. I guess what I'm saying is that it's a pretty background for to play on your television whilst you get on with doing something important.
Fake Netflix Fluff
ChRiS-80324 April 2023
Yet another clinical, artificial Netflix rom-com, one of those cookie cutter copy/paste jobs they churn out on a weekly basis and disguise as "films".
A shame since any production wanting to showcase Vietnam and it's magical beauty has an advantage. Shame the screenplay is predictable, corny and at times just plain boring. Even with the Vietnam hook.
Yet like a lot of Netflix productions, the need to inject diversity is too pandering - I mean the black lesbian couple with the daughter - way too on the Netflix nose. Supporting cast are all just cliches- dorky white boy, successful black lesbian moms, old funny English couple... yawn. None resemble a soul.
Rachel Leigh Cook is the poor woman's Natalie Portman. Not necessarily her fault, she's talented but had a bad agent back in the day. Portman went onto an Oscar, Cook well ... Netflix rom coms. Life never went on after "Shes All That". She isn't too bad here.
A shame since any production wanting to showcase Vietnam and it's magical beauty has an advantage. Shame the screenplay is predictable, corny and at times just plain boring. Even with the Vietnam hook.
Yet like a lot of Netflix productions, the need to inject diversity is too pandering - I mean the black lesbian couple with the daughter - way too on the Netflix nose. Supporting cast are all just cliches- dorky white boy, successful black lesbian moms, old funny English couple... yawn. None resemble a soul.
Rachel Leigh Cook is the poor woman's Natalie Portman. Not necessarily her fault, she's talented but had a bad agent back in the day. Portman went onto an Oscar, Cook well ... Netflix rom coms. Life never went on after "Shes All That". She isn't too bad here.
A review from a Vietnamese living aboard
quyduchuynh23 April 2023
This film actually impressed. I watched a lot of film about my country, but they either exaggerated or fabricated. This film didn´t do that and it reminds me of how beautiful my country is and how the people there are. While watching this film, I did blame myself for being able to forget so many good things about my country.
Unfortunately I did not feel much chemistry between the two main characters. However, Rachael acted well, so it could be a plus.
As a rom-com, this flim is predictable, it is still good.
As a tourist´s film it brilliant.
Overall it is a good film and I would watch it again.
Unfortunately I did not feel much chemistry between the two main characters. However, Rachael acted well, so it could be a plus.
As a rom-com, this flim is predictable, it is still good.
As a tourist´s film it brilliant.
Overall it is a good film and I would watch it again.
This is like asking an AI to write a romcom
dan_fam22 April 2023
So. Many. Clichés. I can't. Ughhh. Whatever you're thinking of, it's in this movie. I went into this movie blind and I could see the story from a mile away. But lovers of romcoms might enjoy this better than I did.
It was supposed to be 5/10 because you know, just a bang-average & a feel-good movie. But I'll give it an extra point for telling a nice story about my country Vietnam, our culture, and making everything look glorious on camera. It's basically "Vietnam 101: what to look out for while traveling Vietnam".
One other thing they got right tho: to be successful in Vietnam you gotta have connections hahahah.
It was supposed to be 5/10 because you know, just a bang-average & a feel-good movie. But I'll give it an extra point for telling a nice story about my country Vietnam, our culture, and making everything look glorious on camera. It's basically "Vietnam 101: what to look out for while traveling Vietnam".
One other thing they got right tho: to be successful in Vietnam you gotta have connections hahahah.
A long Ad for Vietnam
exceladeogun28 April 2023
A tourist's guide to love
A splendid display of the tourism in Vietnam, and nothing more. This flick is bland, poorly acted and riddled with cliches.
There's no form of chemistry between the leads, and this is especially bad seeing as it's a romcom. The movie fails as a romcom, it isn't romantic and it's far from being comedic. The supporting characters are boring and poorly fleshed out, the same also goes for the leads.
The pacing was slow and the dialogues were stifled, and because the movie had no flair to it, it resulted in a boring snoozefest.
The only good thing from this movie is the scenic exploration of Vietnam and the soundtrack. The movie should have been titled A tourist's guide for visiting Vietnam.
3/10.
A splendid display of the tourism in Vietnam, and nothing more. This flick is bland, poorly acted and riddled with cliches.
There's no form of chemistry between the leads, and this is especially bad seeing as it's a romcom. The movie fails as a romcom, it isn't romantic and it's far from being comedic. The supporting characters are boring and poorly fleshed out, the same also goes for the leads.
The pacing was slow and the dialogues were stifled, and because the movie had no flair to it, it resulted in a boring snoozefest.
The only good thing from this movie is the scenic exploration of Vietnam and the soundtrack. The movie should have been titled A tourist's guide for visiting Vietnam.
3/10.
Summer Tourism Subgenre
Sarah42330 July 2023
It almost seems like the typical "Christmas Movie" genre has spawned a sub-genre of summer romances.
Same formula. Same quality level. Just no snow and exotic locales.
Which is what you should expect in a movie like this.
It doesn't really rise to the level of a studio "rom com" It's a Christmas movie in all but the Jingle Bells.
So with that in mind, Tourist's Guide to Love was above average.
I loved that it focused on Asian representation and culture, given recent Asian hate crimes in the news.
Plot was thin and predictable--but you can't really hold that against a formula. That's part of the agreement with the audience going in.
Characters were fleshed out to an average degree. Acting was acceptable.
The one thing I'll say as a big criticism is that while in a movie like this I expect the locale to be a "character" of sorts, I do NOT expect it to be the MAIN character.
Loved seeing the sights, but a little less tourism would have allowed for a little more story development. And perhaps I would have then cared a little more for the plot.
Same formula. Same quality level. Just no snow and exotic locales.
Which is what you should expect in a movie like this.
It doesn't really rise to the level of a studio "rom com" It's a Christmas movie in all but the Jingle Bells.
So with that in mind, Tourist's Guide to Love was above average.
I loved that it focused on Asian representation and culture, given recent Asian hate crimes in the news.
Plot was thin and predictable--but you can't really hold that against a formula. That's part of the agreement with the audience going in.
Characters were fleshed out to an average degree. Acting was acceptable.
The one thing I'll say as a big criticism is that while in a movie like this I expect the locale to be a "character" of sorts, I do NOT expect it to be the MAIN character.
Loved seeing the sights, but a little less tourism would have allowed for a little more story development. And perhaps I would have then cared a little more for the plot.
Beautiful scenery but the plot is boring
jisoo_kim22 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
I watched this movie on Netflix with high expectations since I like Rachael Leigh Cook and am interested in Vietnam. However, I was disappointed by the clichéd and predictable story, the lack of chemistry between the leads, and the superficial portrayal of the culture and people of Vietnam.
The movie follows Amanda Riley (Cook), an executive who goes through an unexpected breakup and then accepts an assignment to go undercover and learn about the tourist industry in Vietnam. There, she meets Sinh (Scott Ly), a charming and handsome tour guide who shows her around the country and helps her rediscover herself and love.
The premise sounds promising, but the execution could be more exciting and formulaic. The movie relies on stereotypes and tropes, such as the uptight workaholic who needs to loosen up, the exotic and mysterious foreigner who teaches her how to live, the quirky and supportive best friend, the evil and greedy boss, etc. The plot is full of coincidences and contrivances, such as Amanda conveniently running into Sinh everywhere she goes or Sinh conveniently having a connection to her boss. The dialogue is cheesy and unrealistic, especially the romantic lines that Sinh delivers with a heavy accent.
The movie also needs to capture the beauty and diversity of Vietnam. The scenery is stunning, but it feels like a backdrop for Amanda's personal journey rather than a living and breathing place. The movie only shows a few tourist attractions, such as Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, or Ho Chi Minh City, but does not explore the country's history, culture, or politics. The Vietnamese characters are either stereotypes, such as the wise and friendly auntie or uncle, or plot devices, such as the durian vendor or the shop owner. The movie does not address any social or environmental issues affecting Vietnam, such as poverty, pollution, or human trafficking.
Overall, I was bored and frustrated by this movie. It had the potential to be a fun and enlightening romantic comedy, but it could have done better with a more varied story. I give it 6/10 for the scenery and Rachael Leigh Cook's performance. However, I do not recommend it to anyone who wants to see a realistic and respectful depiction of Vietnam or a genuine and engaging romance.
The movie follows Amanda Riley (Cook), an executive who goes through an unexpected breakup and then accepts an assignment to go undercover and learn about the tourist industry in Vietnam. There, she meets Sinh (Scott Ly), a charming and handsome tour guide who shows her around the country and helps her rediscover herself and love.
The premise sounds promising, but the execution could be more exciting and formulaic. The movie relies on stereotypes and tropes, such as the uptight workaholic who needs to loosen up, the exotic and mysterious foreigner who teaches her how to live, the quirky and supportive best friend, the evil and greedy boss, etc. The plot is full of coincidences and contrivances, such as Amanda conveniently running into Sinh everywhere she goes or Sinh conveniently having a connection to her boss. The dialogue is cheesy and unrealistic, especially the romantic lines that Sinh delivers with a heavy accent.
The movie also needs to capture the beauty and diversity of Vietnam. The scenery is stunning, but it feels like a backdrop for Amanda's personal journey rather than a living and breathing place. The movie only shows a few tourist attractions, such as Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, or Ho Chi Minh City, but does not explore the country's history, culture, or politics. The Vietnamese characters are either stereotypes, such as the wise and friendly auntie or uncle, or plot devices, such as the durian vendor or the shop owner. The movie does not address any social or environmental issues affecting Vietnam, such as poverty, pollution, or human trafficking.
Overall, I was bored and frustrated by this movie. It had the potential to be a fun and enlightening romantic comedy, but it could have done better with a more varied story. I give it 6/10 for the scenery and Rachael Leigh Cook's performance. However, I do not recommend it to anyone who wants to see a realistic and respectful depiction of Vietnam or a genuine and engaging romance.
Waaw don't waist your hr in this
medinamarisleidy25 April 2023
By far one of the worst most meaningless pointless repetitive frases , one cliche after another , they even make me dislike the " Waaw "expression.. did they invest anything in this movie or just give free vacation to a few actors in exchange for the worst acting of there life ..
worst.,, then again if you're using this film to fall sleep then go for it you'll be out by the first 5 minutes .. I keep expecting anything good would happen in it to justify calling it a film but never happen so is like some Vietnam cheap tourist advertisements, or I don't know what this is , not a thing was worth it . ......,,,.......
Great Scenery Including Leading Man
PalmBeachG29 May 2023
Loved the scenery of Vietnam and I always read the bios of the leading men. Scott Ly it seems worked out diligently to prepare for this role and he definitely was successful in his efforts. He did a great job portraying the handsome and personable tour guide who provides experiences - not just tour guide agenda to his customers. He has a warm and genuine nature and loves his job. I still had a hard time watching it though as it was coincidentally Memorial Day Weekend and just kept bringing up bad memories though as the war affected our household badly and just don't like to think that much about it - mentioning all the cities, etc. Was wondering if this was a cultural tour promotion disguised as a movie or what but finished it and was glad for a happy ending.
A Shallow Story Within a Travelogue
albertval-695607 June 2023
This is one movie you want to love but couldn't. For the most part, it's cheesy. The lead actors try their best to be credible but acting ends up being wooden. The defect is in the storyline. It's a challenge producing an entertaining film out of a travelogue.
The lines are cliche. For example, Sinh Thach (Scott Ly) explains enthusiastically the difference between a tourist and a traveller; thus: a tourist escapes from life; a traveller experiences it. What can I say...duh.
The saving factor is that the film showcases Vietnamese culture. The viewer gets a glimpse of local culture which is most welcome. But as to the observation that Vietnam is a top tourist destination, the jury is still out on this one.
The lines are cliche. For example, Sinh Thach (Scott Ly) explains enthusiastically the difference between a tourist and a traveller; thus: a tourist escapes from life; a traveller experiences it. What can I say...duh.
The saving factor is that the film showcases Vietnamese culture. The viewer gets a glimpse of local culture which is most welcome. But as to the observation that Vietnam is a top tourist destination, the jury is still out on this one.
Strong finish but not great
dmasursky20 September 2023
My expectations were low for this Netflix rom-com, but I was getting pretty fed up around the halfway point - the film was just too saccharine and predictable, though the lush setting and cultural sites elevated the experience and kept me going. Once a little tension was added to the situation, the film became more watchable, and I especially enjoyed the ending. I really like Rachel Leigh Cook and she has made several charming rom-coms since she matured a bit (I highly recommend Love, Guaranteed). Scott Ly is suitably hunky and soulful as the local love interest, and Ben Feldman is always great. The respectful presentation of Vietnam earned the movie an extra star, as did the completely casual and normalized inclusion of a Black lesbian couple. I was interested to read that the story is loosely based on the screenwriter's actual experience of an unexpected breakup before a trip to Vietnam, where she met a free spirit who she realized suited her best. (I wish I had known this before I watched - I might have been a bit more patient with the film.)
A Tourist's Guide to Love
jackson_ro21 May 2023
This is why we need ChatGPT for script writing as I am sure no machine is able to produce something so meaningless and hollow. A Tourist's Guide to Love is filled with Western stereotype of a South Asian Country, from aesthetics to experience, nothing is truly authentic. It also tries so hard to please the PC police that it becomes something so distinctively sad about this day and age. The best thing about the film is the beautiful aerial shows of Vietnam and LA, and that is it. Everything about the film is just copy and pasted from a million other similar movies in the past, and without any wit and comedy. Sad.
Cute and better than most RomComs lately
moroccomurphy22 April 2023
This was such a cute movie! It instilled wanderlust with the views of Vietnam as well as that general happy feeling from watching two people fall for each other (lots of happy sighs & palm on the chin awws while watching). I'm so glad that it didn't include the tired enemies to lovers plot line-I hate it when the main character is unkind at first. This is definitely reminiscent of the 1990s/early 2000s feel good romcoms and I loved every minute. There were parts that I genuinely laughed out loud and liked watching two age appropriately matched people in their 40s have a romance. No Oscar nomination, but does it need one? It's cute and fun!
Not a great movie but happy to see Vietnam!
dtranggg3 May 2023
Warning: Spoilers
This movie is a visually stunning film that showcases the beautiful landscapes and culture of Vietnam. The film is a must-watch for anyone who is looking for an immersive experience of the country's tourist attractions. From the bustling streets of Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City to tranquil places, the movie offers a breathtaking view of Vietnam's scenic beauty.
However, the story of the film is quite simple and lacks depth. The plot follows a tour guide who falls in love with a client, it feels formulaic and predictable. There are some moments of levity and humor, but overall, the story fails to capture the viewer's attention.
Overall, I would give this film a rating of 5 or 6 out of 10.
However, the story of the film is quite simple and lacks depth. The plot follows a tour guide who falls in love with a client, it feels formulaic and predictable. There are some moments of levity and humor, but overall, the story fails to capture the viewer's attention.
Overall, I would give this film a rating of 5 or 6 out of 10.
So cringe i got headache
jan-5651226 April 2023
I know this will be showing interesting spot in Vietnam i look forward to that. But the cast was unbelievable bad. The characters was outdated. Lack of charm. Hangover2 is much better in showing out Thailand. But this one nice scenery but horrible cast and script. Bad. I can't even watch this till the end.
This movie feel like Netflix Clickbait i don't really like when the preview is much interesting than actual movie. The plot was outdated nothing surprises. Everything looks like a set up. Main characters surprisingly impress with everything. Male main characters is cringe and flirty enough for me to quit this movie right away. Oh my god.
This movie feel like Netflix Clickbait i don't really like when the preview is much interesting than actual movie. The plot was outdated nothing surprises. Everything looks like a set up. Main characters surprisingly impress with everything. Male main characters is cringe and flirty enough for me to quit this movie right away. Oh my god.
Difficult
maximilianeernst26 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
I really like showing an other side of Vietnam and such beautiful shots from the country. But the leading roles have no deep character. During the movie i asked myself: Why does Sinh is interested in her? Why is she interested in him? Only beacause it is a new experience? Where is the deep connection? Why are the two mums asking if a man has finished the relationship? They would say a man or woman. What about the stories of the other group members? It would have been easy to write dramatic scenes but this was superficial writing and no unique ideas. The emotions are only coming from the music but not because of the story.
Not a great movie but interesting to see Vietnam
franklindf2 May 2023
The main point of interest for me in this movie was to see Vietnam. The movie itself in terms of plot is fairly light and predictable. But having traveled to Vietnam myself, I enjoyed seeing the country and culture. The scenery is fairly accurate and resembled my own experience. I would say though that they portray things in a somewhat rosy way. It wasn't highly exaggerated but things were a bit less gritty and more clean than I remembered so they do cast things in a more favorable light than I experienced. It's not a dramatic exaggeration because my experience in Vietnam was very good and there definitely is a lot of beauty there to behold. Vietnam is a wonderful place to visit and the movie does reflect that. But were it not for the Vietnam aspect, this would be a fairly forgettable movie. It's not a bad movie but it's mostly a fluff piece aside from seeing Vietnam.
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