In comparison to some of the romantic classics in recent years (eg. Titanic, Love Actually), this movie is a big disappointment. The script itself is quite predictable. A romantic guy falls in love with a 'new age' type of girl who doesn't do long term relationship, who after a brief dating periods falls in love with the guy. Things don't workout during the middle part of the movie but at the end everything works out for good. The casting is pretty bad as well. Judah Friedlander (30 Rock) and Rachel Dratch (SNL) seem to be completely out of their depth as they both fail to adjust from comedian roles to 'drama' supporting roles. Nia Vardalos over-acting is also a downside of the movie.Overall I think this is one of those cheesy mid-week movie if you decide to stay at home with your partner. On the plus side for guys, 98 minutes is not that long...

Okay I usually don't review because most of the movies that I watch don't need them may be because 100s of people review them already.But this movie has compelled me to write. First of all this movie is awful,not because I don't like love stories or because of the story of this movie but because of the star cast and the acting. Heroine was trying to hard but it really didn't work and hero OMG he was so dumb through out that I couldn't stand it. The thing that I liked about this movie is that its story is good,it never makes you sad and they have made it very color full makes watchable just for once otherwise I won't recommend this movie to anybody and trust me my choice is not that bad. Still if you don't have anything else to watch with your girlfriend well you could give it a try.

Genevieve (Nia Vardalos, who wrote, starred and directed this winner) owns a flower shop. When Valentine's Day rolls around, she is on a natural "high", for her business does well and she loves to encourage romantic gestures. In truth, she is usually in a jolly mood and she cites her dating practices as the reason. Long ago, her father split from Gen's mother and, as a consequence, Genevieve never lets a relationship go beyond her standard of "five dates". She says this type of romance captures the essence of "exciting love" and never wilts into infidelity, bickering and so on. Is she for real? Yes, until Greg (John Corbett),, the new owner of a nearby Tapas bar, enters her establishment. Its Valentine's Day and Genevieve encourages him to buy flowers for his lady, even suggesting he ask the super to let him into her apartment to place them at her bedside. Big mistake, as Greg catches his woman in bed with someone else. Hurt, he invites Genevieve and her co-workers to his big opening, where Greg asks Genevieve out on a date. Naturally, she clues him in on her rules and Greg agrees. But, since the dates, which include dinner at a "kamikaze karaoke place", go extremely well, will the rules apply? This film is a genuine joy for every romantic comedy fan. Its clever, funny, and romantic, and Vardalos gets most of the credit, as she wrote, starred and directed this treasure! Corbett is also a huge reason to see this one, as he is so handsome, funny, and touching. The supporting cast, which includes Rachel Dratch, is also very fine. With a sunny California setting, great costumes, and production values, it's hard to find anything to criticize. Therefore, if you adore romantic comedy, don't hesitate a minute. Get out of the house now and secure your copy of I Hate Valentine's Day. You'll love it!

This really isn't terrible as some people are claiming it to be, yeah it isn't a great romantic comedy but it isn't a boring one either. So it's basically about a girl named Genevieve Gernier who has this philosophy of never dating more than five times and never keeping a long term relationship until she meets a guy named Greg Gatlin who owns a restaurant near her flower shop. And yes these 40 yr old protagonists who acts immature and stupid at times, but it didn't get to the point of it getting so very annoying. I personally think it's cause of the movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" which is probably a better romantic comedy that Genevieve Gernier is in is why this film is probably taking a lot of bashing for. Anyways yeah it's silly, it's stupid, and it's unrealistic, but I personally didn't think it was terrible and it did have it's moments. I mean I was entertained for most of it, despite it's flaws.5.8/10