You, Me & Tuscany – Review

I’ve been hoping for a true romantic comedy for a long time, and I think I’ve finally found one that makes me believe in love again.

You, Me & Tuscany is the first romcom in a long time that reminded me why this genre can feel magical. It feels like something from the early 2000s, and I mean that in a complimentary way. It follows all the old romcom tropes and yet still feels modern and fresh. It’s not a film without faults, but it’s a movie that’s a treat to watch on the big screen.

The film stars Halle Bailey as Anna, a “chef” who’s running away from her grief and lies her way into the life of an Italian family. I think that’s the best way to frame the story without spoiling it. She then meets Michael, played by Regé-Jean Page, and he shows her that there’s more to life than avoiding grief.

It’s a story that shows how grief can set us on different paths, and that path might lead to romance. It’s honestly a wholesome movie that will have you laughing and feeling sad at times. It really does feel like the romcoms I grew up watching, and maybe that’s why it resonates with me so much.

I love the cast, as each one brings that Italian family feeling to the film. Everyone is so funny, and I just couldn’t get enough of them. That said, some of the characters are just supporting. It feels like the story doesn’t have much for them to do. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, as this is supposed to be a love story after all.

Tuscany is definitely the third lead in this film, and it’s right there in the title. You not only get to see different sides of Tuscany, but you also get to experience the people, the culture, and most importantly, the food. I’d be lying if I said the movie didn’t leave me hungry. The film really makes you fall in love with Italy.

Overall, I love the film. The story is predictable, but that’s the case with most romantic comedies. Not all jokes land as well, although the people in the cinema were laughing so loudly that I missed some of the softer dialogue. The dialogue is also a little cheesy, which I actually like, and the music perfectly sets the mood. I guess what I’m trying to say is, this is the perfect movie for all romcom lovers, but it might not be for those who try to analyse the depth of a film.