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Watch, Pass, or Rent Video Movie Review: The Vow

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:07:28 PST

Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams take aim straight at your heart with this weekend's romance The Vow, but is the drama worth taking a trip to the theater? Watch the video movie review to find out.

Rachel McAdams Preps For The Vow's Release Alongside Real-Life Love Michael Sheen

Allie Merriam — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:28:16 PST

Rachel McAdams and Michael Sheen were hand in hand for a walk in LA yesterday. They've enjoyed a week of fun together in and around Hollywood, having lunch and shopping dates during free afternoons. Rachel has had some work to do, though, to promote her new movie - check out our review of The Vow! Rachel and her onscreen leading man Channing Tatum dressed up Monday for their West Coast premiere. Michael wasn't seen on the red carpet next to Rachel, but Channing had the company of his wife Jenna Dewan.

The Vow: Channing Tatum Is More Memorable Than the Romance

Becky Kirsch — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:30:00 PST

It's no accident that The Vow's release date coincides almost perfectly with Valentine's Day. The film promises the kind of epic love story that many of us, like it or not, are more amenable to getting swept up in at this time of year: a man tries to make his wife fall in love with him again after a horrific accident leaves her with no memory of the last four years, or of him. Channing Tatum is endearing as Leo and though he has chemistry with Rachel McAdams's Paige, it almost goes to waste due to the film's lack of focus and uneven plot.

For starters, having a stranger for a husband is just the beginning of Paige's problems. Sometime in the four years she's lost, she went from being a preppy law student to a free-spirited artist. Naturally, when she wakes up, she wants an explanation for why she doesn't talk to her family anymore, what happened to her pretty boy fiancé (Scott Speedman), and why her hair is so "weird." It's understandable that she's a little different from who she used to be, but a complete life transformation is a bit hard to swallow - both for Paige, and for the audience.

To see why The Vow may not be the love story you're expecting, just

read more. Watching Tatum and McAdams play off each other is what keeps the movie engaging, and Tatum is particularly sympathetic. Though Paige is the one who has suffered the trauma, it's even more difficult to watch Leo quietly suffer as the love of his life continues to slip away in favor of the life she actually remembers. Leo represents a life that the new Paige is enticed by but can't imagine: he's goofy, laid-back, and immensely committed to her. But Paige can't come to terms with a life she doesn't feel part of, and instead reverts back to her former self. The sincerity and sweetness that Tatum brings to Leo are reflected in flashbacks of his life with Paige and in his current attempts to win her back, but the film isn't the epic romance that it's packaged to be. In fact, it's more depressing than it is joyful; not only are most of the characters in pain throughout the film, but with the exception of Leo, most of them are downright irritating. Paige's family and friends couldn't be more stereotypically conservative, which only makes Paige's decision to stay with them all the more frustrating to watch. As the film goes on, the love story starts to take the backseat to her family issues, and the crux of the film rests on a subplot that's both lame and contrived. The Vow is certainly watchable, thanks to the intrigue of the premise, and the mystery of how Leo and Paige will (inevitably, of course) find their way back to each other. But the film tries too hard to manufacture extra drama out of Paige's memory loss, when all the audience really wants to see is a love story to get swept up in.

Photos courtesy of Sony Pictures

Rachel McAdams Stocks Up on Groceries and Preps For an Exciting Weekend

Katie Henry — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:20:03 PST

Rachel McAdams stepped out solo yesterday to pick up groceries at Whole Foods in Santa Monica. She's had a busy month and it all culminates tomorrow with the release of The Vow. Rachel wore a strapless Vivienne Westwood dress to Monday night's LA premiere, where she met up with her onscreen leading man Channing Tatum. Rachel's real-life love Michael Sheen skipped the event, though he recently shared a romantic lunch date with Rachel. Michael and Rachel have been going strong since first striking up a connection while filming Midnight in Paris. The Woody Allen-directed film is nominated for best picture at the Oscars, and we'd love to see Michael and Rachel together at the Feb. 26 ceremony.

Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams Pair Up For The Vow's LA Premiere

Lauren Turner — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:36:08 PST

Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams posed side by side at The Vow premiere in LA last night. Rachel paired dramatic red lips with a strapless Vivienne Westwood dress and nude Christian Louboutin heels while Channing suited up in gray. Channing's wife, Jenna Dewan, hit the carpet in a bright mini, though Rachel's boyfriend Michael Sheen wasn't on hand to celebrate. Channing, Jenna, and Rachel followed the screening with an afterparty at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, where guests snacked on a Ralph Lauren-designed wedding cake. The movie hits theaters on Friday, just in time for Valentine's Day, which we're already gearing up for with a look at 100 hot PDA pictures. Channing and Rachel's characters show plenty of affection in the film, and they chatted about their romantic tendencies when we sat down with the duo for their The Vow press day.

Celeb Style: Rachel McAdams Wears the Perfect Spring Cocktail Dress For The Vow Premiere

Hannah Weil — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:35:16 PST

If you have a wedding or cocktail party coming up this Spring, look to Rachel McAdams's chic look at the premiere of The Vow for inspiration. The actress zeroed in on the pretty-cum-sexy vibe, opting for a curve-conscious Vivienne Westwood dress, but in a soft pastel hue. There's also a cool contrast to her evening style - Rachel toughened up her cocktail frock with Pomellato diamond and gold chain statement jewels, then finished on a softer note with a pair of nude Louboutin pumps and a delicate lace-trimmed clutch in hand. Love the look? Shop our key pieces to channel the same sweet-meets-sultry style - complete with the perfect red lip.

Rachel McAdams and Michael Sheen Have a Weekend Full of Loved-Up Lunch Dates

Allie Merriam — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 03:01:00 PST

Rachel McAdams and Michael Sheen hugged and kissed as they left a lunch in LA Saturday. Afterward, Rachel hopped into her car and went to shop at Dior. Yesterday brought the couple another sweet brunch date. They went to Little Dom's, later emerging hand in hand to go browse around a comic book shop. Rachel had a big week in LA gearing up for the Friday release of The Vow. Her leading man, Channing Tatum, was in NYC over the last few days to host SNL. Rachel, meanwhile, stuck around on the West Coast and attended the premiere of Journey 2: Mysterious Island. Rachel was solo on that red carpet, but we're hoping she steps out with Michael later this month at the Oscars. Their movie, Midnight in Paris, is up for best picture.

Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum on Their "Drunk" Scene and Their Romantic Tendencies

Lindsay Miller — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:00:00 PST

Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams tackle a true story in The Vow, playing a husband and wife trying to rebuild their life after a car accident leaves her with no memory of their relationship. I talked to the onscreen pair at the recent press day for the movie in Beverly Hills. Channing, who is married to fellow actor Jenna Dewan, said being a young husband made him especially connected to the role, and we also chatted about his and Rachel's shared tendencies toward romantic fare like The Notebook and Dear John. While the subject of their new movie might be dramatic, they also admitted to some lighter moments on set, and talked about a scene that left Rachel "borderline hallucinogenic." Check out our interview and catch The Vow in theaters on February 10.

Rachel McAdams Joins Vanessa and Josh For a Journey 2 Premiere

Allie Merriam — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:01:09 PST

Vanessa Hudgens only had eyes for boyfriend Austin Butler on the carpet at last night's LA premiere of Journey 2: The Mysterious Island. They were joined at the event by her costars Josh Hutcherson, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and a Monique Lhuillier-clad Kristin Davis at Grauman's Chinese Theater. Rachel McAdams doesn't have a role in the film, but her The Vow is coming out soon. She donned a gorgeous Peter Som dress and shirt for the occasion, and later attended the afterparty at The Colony nightclub to pose for pictures with High School Musical buds Ashley Tisdale and Vanessa. The screening was held a week before the movie arrives in theaters next Friday, Feb. 10. The cast has spent a great deal of time together recently. Vanessa, Josh, and the gang were just in Hawaii for a press junket - stay tuned for our chat with them! There were hours free from press duties, though, and Vanessa Hudgens slipped into a bikini for some beach fun with Austin.

Celeb Style: Rachel McAdams Stuns in Peter Som Florals

Hannah Weil — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:23:36 PST

Showing off Peter Som's Spring-ready maxi at the LA premiere of Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, Rachel McAdams joined the circle of style setters loving florals. It's not just the print that made us swoon, but the perfect play of proportions and brilliant blue palette we love. Rachel paired Som's understated knit top with the gorgeous full-length print and a few pretty accoutrements to glam up the look for an evening out - though we love that a skirt and top like this could work just as easily with flats and a slouchy tote for day. Feeling florals? Shop our key picks to channel the same stunning style.

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