If you're tired of the "happily ever after" trope where the credits roll just as the couple says "I do," then the 2013 British comedy I Give It A Year is for you. Directed by Dan Mazer—the comedic mind behind Borat —this film doesn't just subvert romantic clichés; it slices them up with a hacksaw.
Unlike traditional rom-coms that force you to root for the leads, I Give It A Year practically begs you to root for their breakup. I Give It A Year
Is it a "feel-good" movie? Absolutely not. But if you enjoy biting British wit and watching a relationship unravel in the most awkward ways possible, it's well worth a watch. You can find more detailed takes and community ratings on sites like Rotten Tomatoes or Metacritic . If you're tired of the "happily ever after"
With a supporting cast including Stephen Merchant as the world’s worst best man and Olivia Colman as a marriage counsellor with serious anger issues, the humor is often abrasive and vulgar. Is it a "feel-good" movie
While some critics found the characters "unbelievable," others praised it as a sharp antidote to the "sanitised" romances typically seen in Hollywood. The Verdict
The film's title comes from a cynical remark made early on: "I give it a year". As they hit their first anniversary, the cracks aren't just showing; they're gaping holes. Between Nat’s flirtation with a charming American client (Simon Baker) and Josh’s unresolved feelings for his ex-girlfriend (Anna Faris), the movie asks a hilariously uncomfortable question: Should they even be together?
The story follows Nat (Rose Byrne), a high-flying ad exec, and Josh (Rafe Spall), a struggling novelist with a chronic case of writer's block. They marry after a whirlwind seven-month romance, despite their friends and family literally betting against them.