Was the "Sex and the City" good for you?

 Movie had problems but I think it sounds like it is going to be the Hit Of The Summer.

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The film was awesome, the storylines, the oneliners (Mexicoma pookipsi etc) I was disappointed that Samantha and Smith broke up.

I LOVED the line about Carrie and Miranda being girlfriends, made me chuckle. 

I did not care for jennifer Hudson, her character was too cheesy, and not the sarcastic dry vibe of SATC that I'm used to.

I'm now going to re watch my dvd boxset! woo 

Lets get one thing straight.... I'm not.

Damn double post.

Eh, not really...and I concede that point sadly, because I really wanted to love this movie and, despite my misgivings, the movie did feel comfortable because I'd built pseudo-relationships with these four women over SATC's run...but it wasn't good for me. It just wasn't.

The movie was so predictable, it bored me at times (the storylines were made all that much more transparent by an extended trailer which, essentially, revealed everything that happens for the first 2 hours of the movie). The only thing that kept me entertained was the visual--the fashion and the cinematography.

I thought this part was just poorly written--it seemed clear that Carrie needed some outside perspective to get to a resolution with Big, but I felt like the writers took the easy way out and made it boring and predictable. Louise from St. Louis? C'mon, that's not cute.

But, really, I'm just glad to see a person of color in this cast. How Sex and the City made it as far as they did without someone legitimately questioning why a show set in the most diverse city in the world has absolutely no diversity whatsoever is beyond me.

There was disagreement in my group of friends about this...I had a hard time getting worked up over this storyline (and the Samatha-Smith storyline, for that matter) because I just didn't see those men behaving that way. I just couldn't wrap my head around Steve cheating on Miranda and I couldn't imagine Smith being so indifferent to Samantha. It just didn't work with my notions of those men.

I did have two favorite parts, though--one, you mentioned, the Valentine's Day commisseration between Miranda and Carrie; the other was when Big's car and Carrie's limo met in the middle of the street. That scene's so emotional and, as Charlotte's pulling Carrie back to the limo, Charlotte shoots Big this hateful look...and you can just feel the pain.

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Geoffrey: You fool! As if it matters how a man falls down.
Richard: When the fall is all that is left, it matters a great deal.

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I completely loved it. 2 and a half hours is a bit long but for those who had been waiting since the end of season 6 (and for those who pay 10 bucks or nearly 10 euros to pay their ticket), it is a real delight ^^

I loved the Valentine's date between Carrie and Miranda. The waitress was nice with them, no death stare or anything

The storyline with Carrie's assistant was definitely too cheesy.

I agree with Pecola about the scene where Carrie and Big fight in the middle of the street. Charlotte was really angry. I was surprised to see that from her; I would have expected Miranda to behave like that but not Charlotte. Kudos to her !

Anyway, I really loved the movie and hope for a SATC 2

It's funny. I was wondering when Afterellen.com was going to do a review about Sex and the City. I saw this movie on Saturday. It was pretty packed with mainly womyn of all ages. I was very excited to see it. One I love Sex and the City, Two, Sarah Jessica Parker will have a place in my heart, 3) I love fashion 4) I loved the colors,lighting,cinematography, romance,etc. I do agree with you Ms.Snarker on couple of things. I love Jennifer Hudson as singer more than anything. She is an upcoming actress. I didn't feel her role/character had any value with the movie. Perhaps to prompt Sara to connect with Big especially since the other three had their own situations to deal with. This would be my only reasoning to bring in a new character. The second issue is the cheesy Louise from St. Louis, you know the cheesy name and some other cheesey one liners.  Yes, it was predictable but keep in mind Sex and the City is not a murder-mystery movie, so predictability is expected in a movie like SAC. The movie did what it supposed to and it delivered. Now Sex and the City will be back on television screens again after a big box office hit.

I still give it two thumbs up.

I've seen the movie last night with a bunch of friends, and i've to admit i was overall a little bit disappointed.

The chemistry between Carrie, Sam, Charlotte and Miranda was still there and the writing was witty and fun in some parts (the film was dubbed so maybe some fun parts got lost...), but i couldn't get over the all Miranda/Steve storyline; first Steve cheating on her was definitely out of charachter and then Miranda forgiveness and the all sharing the blame? Please... that was soo not Miranda! 

I liked that Samantha stays true to her, she's just not a relationship person and she embrace it.

things that i liked:

• - Carrie as a brunette
• - Samantha (she steal every scene)
• - Every scene when the girls are together 

things that i didn't like

• Jennifer Hudson as Carrie's assistant
• the all wedding debacle (it's true, you kinda know from the beginnig how is gonna end...)
• Miranda taking back Steve

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This may just be me, but I never actually got the whole thing. I tried various times to get into the series, because people nearly begged me to just sit through it, but I have never been able. Sure I laughed when I was supposed to laugh (I am easily entertained), but I just didn't get it. 

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we watched it on may 30.

we laughed., we cried...

but some scene was cut here in the Philippines. 

i tried to see it on the 30th with a couple of my friends and since it was 6 of us it was hard to find a showing cuz everything was sold out and the only was left only had two seats ...so i went in the pouring rain the next day and we all saw it

it was soo worth it....i wanted to cry but i dont cry eaisly with movies...the movie summed up everything and mended all the relationship problems which was good too....plus it was hilarious with Samanthas unpredictable and somethings vulgar comments...I want to see it again now lol

Disappointing, very disappointing....

I was expecting a lot more. This was no more than the usual girl-wants-hetero-marriage-or-dies flick, with one difference: it was worst than average. I can think of a bunch of other movies with lesser known casts that did a much better job at exploring this theme. The actors were OK (they were NOT great) but the script was very VERY lacking. In a recent interview, Kim mentioned the refused to sign the contract at first because the script was so bad and everything focused on Carrie's character (plus she wanted more money). It makes me wonder how terrible the first script must have been, because this one is very poor indeed.

Things still focused too much on Carrie's character and, yeah, the PA thing was weird. My theory? They needed a black character in the middle of all that upper-class "I am super rich" whiteness. So, they decide to bring in the struggling PA who happens to be black. It reminds me of that theory Sarah Warn has about how black actresses are always cast to be the white person's best friend - they are for show and this character was just that.

There was much more they could have done with all the other characters, the series was much more balanced and everything didnt just focus on Carrie.

The whole thing reminded me of the word shallow. Yes, there were the dresses, the shoes and the bags (did I mention shallow?). But the storyline itself was shallow. I was bored, most of the things felt like a "filler".

I was honestly very disappointed, I guess I expected more and, believe me, I am not even that hard to please.

I went to a midnight showing with three friends on Thursday night/Friday morning.  To say that I was excited would be an understatement.  And I must say, I was happy to be there, even though we didn't get out of the theater until 3 am.

My one big complaint was that I think they kind of blew over the fifth lead character: New York City!  As a born and bred New Yorker, one thing I always loved about the show was how much the City was a part of the storytelling.  But with so much of the movie taking place in Los Angeles and Mexico,  I felt like they missed some of the heart that made the show so special.

Otherwise, I absolutely loved it.  The chemistry between the women, ten years later, is still incredible.  And it was nice that it was kind of a love letter to the fans.  Much appreciated!

And how awesome is it that a movie centered on women in their 40's and 50's blew all the competition away at the box office?  Can I get an amen?!

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I have to say, I liked the movie!! It wasn't the best movie ever and definitly not the smartest movie ever, but I enjoyed it, I laughed a lot and it made me feel good.

I agree with ms. snarker: I most loved miranda's storyline! cynthia nixon is one fine actress and the reconciliation sex - yummy!! also loved the joke about her and  carrie being a couple!! her's was by far my favourite storyline, I actually didn't really care wheter carrie & mr. big married in the end or not.

they should have left out jennifer hudson - her character was sweet, but I too think that it just distracted from the main four characters and their friendship. what I really loved was the friendship between carrie and samantha and the difficulties between carrie and miranda.

all in all, it was a very nice evening spent with 4 friends and a lot of other women (and 6 men), but I don't have the feeling that I need to see the movie again. I will, probably, see it when its on tv the first time, but just for the laughs.

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although i admit it was rather long.

i caught the carrie/miranda referance too and laughed.

and yes dayum :p 

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I think anyone who expected anything more than what we got, or something of a better quality than what we got, was just kidding themselves.

I went into this one with really low expectations. I'd read really mixed reviews the night before, and I knew that there was a pretty good chance that it was going to suck. Despite running a bit too long, (which didn't ever even make me sigh out of impatience), it more than exceeded my expectations. I actually thoroughly enjoyed it. Laughed and cried, mostly at the same time.

This was never going to be some Oscar-worthy masterpiece. It was supposed to be a nod to the show, a nod to fashion, a nod to these women (and their relationships) that we invested ourselves in for seven years. And it was. SJP and Cynthia absolutely rocked their storylines.Cynthia especially got to me with her acting; just great, raw stuff. And the little tongue-in-cheek smile she and SJ shared in the restaurant on V-Day? Golden.

I had no issue with the J.Hud storyline. It didn't bother me a bit. I welcomed it. This was a movie I just couldn't be mad at. It was exactly what it was supposed to be. Fun and nostalgic.

The only slight disappointment was how Samantha just wasn't allowed to be Samantha. I felt they made Kim hold back a whole lot, and I don't really know why.

And the highlight of my SATC experience...there was a group of four college guys sitting next to me. Just the guys. And they were definitely not gay. I laughed hysterically at how odd that was.

Ha, I loved the movie! I don't know where you all saw it but the vibe here in London was amazing and everyone clapped when the movie started and when it finished. And of course, we all trotted off for cocktails after.....whoop whoop

I agree with posters above, they cleverly embraced the age issue and that made me feel great. We're all getting older, ya know?

I really, really, really loved this movie.  Some jokes didn't get laughs, but all the Charlotte jokes were gold, I laughed so hard.. and you all know which running joke I'm talking about.

 I can objectively say it's not the best movie in the world.  But my guy friend who I dragged to it who's never seen the tv show actually enjoyed it, and Sex and the City is just good.  Like the worst sex and the city episode is better than most other things.  I would say the same that an average Sex and the City Movie is more appealing than any other average movie, because the actors, settings, and atmosphere really add something.

 I love it... and cannot wait to buy the dvd! 

Went to see this with a group of women around the same age as the characters and went in with no expectations. I ended up really enjoying it. They loved it.

The poop scene had my childish heart laughing and the heartbreak made me feel for the characters. I don't care that they had $500+ shoes, wore a hideous bird headpiece to their called off crazy wedding, or could all go on vacation with little notice in the middle of everything. The friendship of the core cast simply works. Who doesn't want friends like that?

With a weekend like this....it may not be over....but it should be. This is a nice bankroll to go out on.

I loved the movie. I went with my mom. aunts, and cousins. I was reading the comments above and I'vr come up with this conclusion/review/opinion.

1. I didnt much care fore Jennifer Hudson's part either. I think she was put in the movie to help Carrie with her love problems like others said. Also she was there to add color to the movie. For all the seasons there has not been a real character of color. Hudson was there to attract more african american women and also releave the audience of four rich white women. All four women are rich and Hudson was a working class woman who worked hard.

2. Some users have been saying that Miranda wouldn't take Steve back. I love this storyline. I think the movie showed how Miranda has sort of changed over time. she has a family in addition to working. The storyline with Steve was there to show that relationships have problems. I really like the fact that Miranda represents women who work and are successful and have a family. Why would Miranda take the blame? Because with relationships come comprimise. This is true of hetero and same sex couples.

3. I knew Samantha wasn't going to stay with Smith. I feel they were looking for something different. Sure Smith adored her, but he was young and eventually he would have wanted more... a family. Samantha realized that in relationships, we must sacrifice. Not that Samantha's a bad person for not doing that, but it is not in her nature. I like her nature.

4. All through the series, Carrie has been looking for love. She gets it in a very unconvential [sp?] way. Her and Big have been on and off for years. I think the only reason they get married is the whole insurance and ownership part. That's where the whole drama comes in. The wedding wasn't about them, but more about the glitz and glam. That's not their relationship, their's is simple.. just like Carrie's suit in the end.

ok well that is all.... omg way did I write all this.... Don't read all of this...

I didn't love it, and - especially toward the end - was tapping my Birkenstock-clad foot impatiently on the floor. It didn't feel very much like a movie, to me - more like a couple of episodes shoved together.

Thought Jennifer Hudson rather dull - she also seemed - by far - the weakest of the cast (that key pair of Manolos was more expressive). Didn't really enjoy the trip to Mexico, the fashion show - it seemed like a series of adventures undertaken simply because they COULD put them in there, without actually contributing anything to, hey, that pesky plot.

But that quick note about Cynthia being gay - was excellent. :)

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I'll confess, I wasn't a fan of the show, but was looking forward to the movie. I had a good time, it was a pleasant way to kill a couple of hours, but there were definite problems.

Miranda and Steve on the bridge? Was there a doubt he'd show up? He never wanted the marriage to end. The question was whether or not SHE'd show up. The whole storyline drug on for too long.

Jennifer Hudson is not a great actress. I didn't have a problem with the character of the assistant though. It showed a maturation in Carrie, that she could open up to more people than just those three.

Samantha and Smith? boring

And yes, Carrie and Big ... predictable.

What I loved was Charlotte, and I slept through her character the few times I watched the show. She was STRONG. I was so very proud of her when she held Carrie, and threatened Big, after the scene in the street outside the limos. (and then pattered away in her frilly dress LOL) And then when she stood up to him again before her water broke, "I always stood up for you!"

If I shed tears, it was at those two scenes. They made the whole movie worth it.

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I loved it, although there were some parts that were predictable, well what can i say it's after all fiction, but the humor, my lord it was wonderful...well written movie....the characters as always engrossed you into the plot and overall i say this is one of those romantic comedies that just works in many levels..

I loved every single minute of it. I thought it was perfect. Great flow. Great character presense and maintenence. AMAZING drama. Even better (and perfectly timed) wit.... and I must say.... normally I hate bathroom humor... but they, in my opinion, actually made it appropriate.

While I didn't cry, the friend I went with did, and I must say, there were some emotional parts. It was... fabulous.

BTW... you all have to read what the New York Magazine had to say after its opening weekend http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2008/06/sex_and_the_city_box_office_ex.html#content. Even if you didn't like the movie, you've got to appreciate the magnitude of success that these women had, especially in yet again revealing a largely untapped market.

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I loved the scenes of the 4 girls together,

And even though I knew it would happened, loved the reunion of Big & Carrie.

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Went with my mum on Wednesday to see it, we both used to watch the series together, i cringed during the more raunchy scenes and she just laughed at me lol.

There is one part in the film where Samantha is drooling over some guy in the shower, and i could hear half the audience doing the same, but me... no, i turned to my mum and said "oh my god, i am soooooo Gay" She laughed and then agreed with me because apparently she thought the same thing as half the audience, that he was gorgeous, whereas i was more interested in Jennifer Hudson, she looked really good in the film, even if her character was kind of pointless.

..I enjoyed the film. It was great to see them on the big screen and to just hear that music at the beginning. However, I also have to agree that the film had problems.

The major flaw was its predictability. If it hadn't been for that, I would have REALLY enjoyed the film. The Carrie/Big storyline was the biggest sinner in this category. I was actually longing for someone not to have a happy ending...I just wanted a little more realism. For one of them to have to deal with losing a major relationship and finding fulfillment instead amongst their friends/career/life.

RE. Jennifer Hudson. I didn't particularly mind this plotline at the time, however looking back it didn't really live up to the rest of the film. Jennifer Hudson certainly isn't to blame for that (I love her! So great to see a beautiful woman with curves!!) It was just poor writing and a lack of consideration as to how it may detract from the core friendships.

I loved the limo scene (FAB!), the comedy was back on track as usual and Cynthia Nixon just plain out rocks. The lesbian joke was particularly good.

Overall I thought it did pretty well, considering how these sorts of films often fall flat on their faces. The single best thing about SATC is how it portrays successful, older women instead of the 20-somethings that Hollywood is obsessed with.

and the people I know, but I understand Big's neurosis on the day of the wedding. And the moment in the street with the flowers and the Charlotte screaming, shocking and fabulous.

If you're not into the endless parade of designer eye candy, I can see how you wouldn't love love love this movie. I, on the other hand, love love loved this movie!

I too did not understand this PA thing with J. Hudson; who really moves to NYC to find "love"... You go South for love, North for money (true in so many ways!)

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Don't get me wrong I liked the movie as much as I did the series which is a lot, but precisely because it splits me in half. I'm attracted, entertained and pissed off at the same time. Love love love Sam and Miranda, but can find nothing attractive about Carrie and Big is FOUL! And felt sickened that Miranda was cheated on for the reason of she wasn't giving him sex for a while and that was apparently acceptable, I mean come on, I know plenty of friends who forgive people for cheating but not if the reason is simply horny-ness, it was a cop out for a character who i thought was meant to be portrayed as stronger and sexier. Again, still shamelessly enjoyed it as a tacky film about nothing too important or life changing.