It is hard for me to present an objective review of this film, because I really did not 'get it'. Words often associated with this type of indie romantic comedy are 'charming' and 'sentimental', however I found it to be anything but. Many directors contrast normal and eccentric characters for comedic effect, however the two protaganists, a couple looking for a place to raise their children, came across as mundane and naive to the extent they were completely distant from the audience.
John Krasinski has been somewhat typecast in his role in the American Office as a loveable everyman. This fits him perfectly: provided the script is suitably tinged with comedy. Away We Go ultimately fails on this note, as it relies on subtle cringe and situation comedy (ironically that which made the Office such a success) which does not connect. The message of the film is also predictable, that throughout their trip the characters get to know themselves better with the other characters presenting obstacles in this introspective journey. This was neither convincing or interesting.
Two thumbs down, this type of film usually commands a neutral thumb rating almost by default, but 'Away We Go' left a lingering bad taste.
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