SpuffyWeb Sadly Over-hyped

BroadcastChic Excellent, a Must See

StyleSk8r At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.

Guillelmina The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

Prismark10 The advent of Andy Murray has badly aged these type of films. When you have a true life British Wimbledon champion, you care less about a fictional one.This film gets served regularly during Wimbledon fortnight. It is a passable rom-com starring an actor who is rather unsuited to the genre.Paul Bettany plays Peter Colt, a has been British tennis player about to call it a day. He has a wildcard for Wimbledon and at his hotel he encounters rising American tennis star Lizzie Bradbury (Kirsten Dunst) who is coached by her father (Sam Neill.)What starts as flirting ends up being a bit more serious, the upside being Peter starts to win, he gains the attention of the British public and his agent (Jon Favreau.)It is a likeable film but it is rather bland and also by the numbers with very little comedy.

vincentlynch-moonoi Nope, nothing special here, other than that the story (love conquers all) is in a tennis setting. That's not to say that it isn't a pleasant film and mostly done rather well.Paul Bettany as the male love/tennis interest was "okay", although not to intriguing that I'll be buying many movie tickets just to see him. But, he was reasonably convincing as a tennis pro. Kirsten Dunst was "okay" as the female love/tennis lead...but she's been more interesting in other films. James McAvoy...well, I just don't get the attraction. Nice to see Bernard Hill as Bettany's father; very convincing. Eleanor Bron was "okay" as the mother. Sam Neill gets a little screen time as Dunst's father.The story itself...well, it works as a love story, but I'm not totally convinced it works as a tennis story. I'm not much of a tennis fan, though I may watch a match or two on occasion. But is it likely someone who is standing at a ranking of 119 will really win a Wimbledon? This is a "good" film, and it meets one of my standards for a sports film -- you don't have to love tennis to enjoy the movie. But there's just something missing. I wonder if there is really much screen chemistry between Dunst and Bettany.I won't recommend it or dis-recommend it. It's "okay".

Victoria Rickson Paul Bethany steals the show with his charm, wit and dashing smile. His co-star Kirsten Dunst delivers, as always, but will not be remembered for this fairly unremarkable role. The two actors have a surprising chemistry, and appear very relatable. They are average actors; blonde, young and normal, and pull off the athlete status with grace.Though classified as a romantic comedy, the love story between the two tennis players was not what kept me watching. Instead, Wimbledon is driven by Bethany's character Peter, and his last chance at a successful career. Suspense is gradually built, keeping one wondering if Peter can really pull the whole thing off, until one is on the edge of their seat by the end. Though a fairly predictable love story, it works for the film and gives the viewer a secondary story to root for if the tennis is not enough. Neither could stand alone, and thus complement each other and serve the film well. With a perfect balance of sports and love, Wimbledon will keep any viewer enthralled.

copperncherrio Following two fine tennis players at Wimbledon and how their career changes as a result of their love affair. First of all, I'm not a big Dunst fan but I love Paul Bettany, but have never seen him in a love/romance film or role.Also there are some amazing tennis shots throughout this film, and some great filming concepts. The chemistry was believable and so was the plot. Both do a great job and there are great tennis scenes that correlates with the plot as well as a entertaining story. Of all the chick flicks that I've forced myself to watch, I think this one has the most of what I want from chick flicks: unique background and real conflict.