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This movie absolutely moved me! Which honestly, I was not expecting. After that interesting opener, I thought I would be stepping into a movie about a guy that played the field but finally fell for the one that would keep slipping away. But this.. This was on a whole new level!I've always adored Drew Barrymore. I grew up watching 2 movies consistently: Jumanji and The Charlie's Angels films. And even though she wasn't my all-time favorite Angel (that spot goes to Cameron Diaz lol), she completely stole my heart here. And Adam Sandler! Up until now, my only experience with him was Bedtime Stories which did not leave me impressed at all. I always thought he was doing 'too much', and I didn't think he was funny at all in that film. But this? It revealed a whole new side of him that has me finally understanding why people love him. He was funny, tender, and so deeply devoted.What I loved the most about this movie was how magnetic their love felt. Almost fated. I believe in soulmates and sunshine and rainbows lol. And this movie captured all of that so beautifully! The idea that love is worth fighting for, even when memory fades, even when life rewrites itself every morning. There was so much more heart in this movie than I ever could've imagined, and it left me feeling completely whole.Thank you all so much for joining me on this journey through the Summertime Vibes series! It's been such an awesome summer hanging out with you all from roars to dark sea voyages and finally here. It feels so fitting to end on a film that reminds me how love, in its purest form, always finds a way 💖Thank you for your support on Patreon!Relax and enjoy 🍿🌿LINK: https://youtu.be/BJfA2t516-UI watched this on Amazon Prime

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Robert da Spruce

Wasn’t sure what you knew about this one going in when I first saw your announcement Adam, Drew, Hawaii. Definitely fits the summertime vibe! But definitely a different take on the traditional Rom-com Tragic, but very beautiful at the same time! Looking forward to watching your reaction!

KJ

I wish more of his movies had a heartfelt, tender side but only a handful do. I would say this, Big Daddy and Click are his best ones that fit that bill. Maybe The Wedding Singer too.

TheJoeKerr

Haven’t seen this movie in awhile but it’s really good. There’s also another Adam and Drew movie that came out earlier than this one called The Wedding Singer which is what started their really good on screen chemistry. They are actually really good friends irl.

kaliwali

I'll have to add The Wedding Singer to my list! And that makes sense that they're real good friends IRL. I was really surprised at how well their chemistry worked haha

kaliwali

I think 'Bedtime Stories' was going for that heartfelt vibe, but it was just very blah lol. I'll have to add those ones to my watchlist now!

kaliwali

Haha so yes! I went into this very blind. I thought I'd be watching a silly rom-com about a guy obsessed with a girl and trying to win her over or 'prove' that he isn't a big fat jerk. Which I guess, in a way he was? 🤣 But mannnn that twist! Was not expecting it at all. Happy Friday! Hope you can enjoy this one!!

Phil Stubblefield

Kali: "This movie absolutely moved me!" Excuse me, my friend, but you have one of the tenderest hearts I've ever encountered; what *doesn't* move you? 😉 (I say this with the greatest affection!) I've never watched this film, so I'm looking forward to sharing something light hearted with you!

Wil Castillo

They, Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, are both good in The Wedding Singer also, which is another really good movie! I'm glad you enjoyed this movie!

Richard

Yay lots of Kali laughs! I knew you'd like this one, a really heart-felt story behind the off-color humor. I especially love how the father and brother were so supportive, but they wouldn't be able to keep up the pretense forever. She would notice them aging, or she would notice herself aging. And yeah, Sandler is not for everyone. I don't like a lot of stuff he's done but I like this one. But yes I love how this movie shows how far you'd go for your true love, and no matter the challenge it would seem insignificant as long as you could be with them. I knew the "mom" reveal at the end would bring on your beautiful waterworks! An awesome way to wrap up "love is worth fighting for" and "love in it's purest form always finds a way". Perfect conclusion to Summertime Vibes! Long live soulmates and sunshine and rainbows. Since this was Drew Barrymore in her "America's Sweetheart" phase, here is a brief history of the America's Sweetheart zeitgeist (meaning the reigning rom-com princess of the era): Audrey Hepburn* - 1950s,60s (Roman Holiday, Breakfast at Tiffany's) Doris Day - 1960s (Pillow Talk, That Touch of Mink) Sally Field - 1970s (you saw her in Smokey & the Bandit) Julia Roberts - 1980s,1990s (Pretty Woman, Notting Hill) Meg Ryan* - 1990s,2000s (Sleepless in Seattle, You've Got Mail) Drew Barrymore - 2000s,2010s (Wedding Singer, 50 First Dates) Asterisks next to my faves. Meg Ryan starred with Tom Hanks in 3 different rom-coms which were great. And now in the 2020s? I think it's you Kali! You're America's Sweetheart.

SultanOfSwing

Never thought I'd see Samwise Gamgee in a mesh top...

Phil Stubblefield

Yes, I second The Wedding Singer! A delightful rom-com with a *very* '80s soundtrack! 👍🏻

Phil Stubblefield

I agree with KJ. I've never seen Big Daddy, but I agree that Click and The Wedding Singer bring the tender vibes that are missing from most Adam Sandler movies. In what may be a minority opinion, I also enjoy Pixels (2015). Part of that stems from my nostalgic love of classic video games, but I have to admit part of it comes from the presence of Michelle Monaghan, who is absolutely *stunning* in this film! "Green is officially my favorite color now." 💚 (IYKYK!)

Richard

OK I'm just going to state the most obvious thing ever (I'm watching as I type) but your amazing emotions and empathy really shine here. This reaction is everything I knew it would be, and extra. Mr. Deeds is another funny Sandler movie with romance. The Wedding Singer too (also with Drew Barrymore, they did a 3rd later).

JeRon Washington

Kali, can you watch Get Hard or The Wedding Ringer?

M1 Maz

This was the perfect Summer-y Friday-day-off-work vibes movie! First time seeing it and I really enjoyed it. Really wasn't expecting it to be so emotional, so I really loved that. This ended up being such a good pick for the Rom-Com side of the summertime vibes! Really funny movie too, and as I've said before, I'm pretty picky with comedies, so this one really worked for me! And since this came out a year after Return of the King, I guess Sam had to show off all those muscles he built climbing the walls of Mordor LOL Funny side note - As a lifelong Detroit Lions football fan, the scene with them watching Culpepper's Vikings vs the Lions triggered some deep rooted trauma of the mid-2000's Lions being the literal jokes of the sporting world, and me watching them getting beaten up every Sunday LOL Also, yes the music was sooo good! I gotta go put some 311 and Beach Boys on today

McShades

IMO, Adam Sandler's early stuff is really good but the movies he did in the 2nd part of his career not so much. Adam made 3 movies with Drew Barrymore, the first two 50 first dates and Wedding Singer are really good but the 3rd one Blended, not so much IMO... His first movie Billy Madison was very silly, but I enjoyed it. The other ones IMO that are must sees are: Happy Gilmore The Wedding Singer The Waterboy Big Daddy Click

Dude Longcouch

Lucy beating the crap out of Ula with the baseball bat is one of the funniest things I've ever seen. Genius level comedy and a great sell by Drew Barrymore. This movie has some surprising feels, but if you want to REALLY see Adam Sandler flex his acting muscles, check out a forgotten little film called "Punch Drunk Love." Wikipedia describes it as an "absurdist romantic comedy-drama." Sandler plays a character far outside his usual wheelhouse and really delivers a noteworthy performance. It's a weird little movie but well worth a watch.

Lastboyscout73

If you loved their chemistry in this movie, you really need to watch The Wedding Singer. It came before this movie, and it's a really great rom-com with those two. (Plus it's set in the late 80's, so real nostalgic for me also)

kaliwali

Oooo I need to watch it! I was very surprised by their chemistry. Really loved it!

kaliwali

I think that entire scene was my favorite hahahaha phew. Her bloody scream into the sweet giggles sent me 🤣 I'll have to check out Punch Drunk Love! I was pleasantly surprised by him in this movie. Not what I went in expecting at all!

kaliwali

Thank you for this list! I was really pleasantly surprised with Adam Sandler in this movie after not really loving him in that other movie. I'll have to check out his earlier stuff!

kaliwali

Ahh very cool this was a first watch for you, too! I'm glad you loved it as much as I ended up loving it. It completely took me by surprise as well! I am LOLing so hard at Sam showing off his muscles from Mordor 😅🤣🔥 His character in this was hilaaaarious. And the Dad's facial expressions to him just like, "Yeah. Sorry about him" sent me lol And that's so funny about the football ptsd hahaha. I couldn't even imgagine having to watch the same game every day for a year lol

kaliwali

Oo thank you for the suggestions!! A lot of ppl have been saying I need to watch "The Wedding Ringer" in here! 👀

kaliwali

Apparently I really need to watch The Wedding Ringer! 👀

kaliwali

You're inspiring me to want to watch more of these 'princess era' movies! I've always been curious about Audrey Hepburn and why she was so popular. I'll have to check out those movies, for sure! And awwww thank you 💖 I'm glad you loved this one! It was so much more wholesome than I really expected so that was a very nice surprise haha!

kaliwali

LOL honestly, that's very fair and very true 🤣 I don't know what's been up with me lately, but I feel like every film has at least one moment where I shed a tear hehe. I hope you enjoy this one tho! It was surprisingly so wholesome!

McShades

The Wedding Singer takes place in the 80's so it's a lot of fun.

Marty McGee

This is one of my favorite rom-coms. Drew and Adam have been really good friends for a long time which is why I think they have such great on-screen chemistry. As others have said, The Wedding Singer is another great one with the 2 of them. Not quite as emotional but just as hilarious and sweet. There's a 3rd one, Blended, that I haven't seen. I've heard it's one of those love it or hate it movies though. Rob Schneider who played Ula was Adam's cast mate on SNL for several years. His own career took a downfall mid-2000's. His comedy was always more raunchy (as seen here) and I think it got problematic at one point. But Adam has included him in a lot of his movies as small roles like this or even just cameos. Rob has said that when his career and life went downhill, Adam always kept in touch every week just checking on him. And he still does to this day. My favorite in this one though was Sean Astin. This came out right after the LOTR movies which made his absurd character even funnier in this.

DirtySteve

A really good Sandler movie that gets forgotten about is Reign Over Me (2007). Some of his best acting and a stacked cast.

Robert da Spruce

Great reaction Kali! Drew and Adam’s is great! +1 for the Wedding Singer!

Paul T

Blended is one of my favorites. Really enjoyed your reaction as always. This is one I was sure you would like and enjoy. You will like it also.

Michael Lynch

If you end up liking this movie and the wedding singer, you should check out blended. It is with them also, it’s their most recent.