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Plot so thin, it passes unnoticed.

The story, direction, characters, and writing/dialogue is akin to taking a tranquilizer shot to the neck, but everything else was so well done.

It's simply great fun, a winsome film and an occasionally over-the-top luxury fantasy that never flags.

If you want to watch a movie full of romance and but completely unrealistic and devoid of the culture of Iraqi women but more importantly completely devoid of Islamic principles...then I guess this is the movie for you. When you make a movie and claim is to have an "unlikely romance" especially with an immigrant you should at least TRY to learn about the culture and Way of life of the human beings from that particular part of the world... Furthermore, the movie did not make any sense... Again, if you are into movies with an unrealistic plot then go for it...otherwise stay away..Lastly, a movie does not have to be a documentary to be a little realistic and properly portray the "way of life" of one of the characters and their background.

This was an entertaining and upbeat film, a well crafted love story. The acting, screenplay and cinematography were all excellent. I found the story line to be very compelling. The actors were all convincing in their roles and the story was beautifully told. Sam, a former Army officer who had supposedly returned "unscathed" from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan was nonetheless having problems adjusting to civilian life. Amira was an Iraqi immigrant who was also having difficulties in America, and in particular had suspicions about American soldiers. Their meeting (through her uncle, his former translator in Iraq) led to romance. How they both dealt with the prejudices of the people around them was very revealing.I thought the screenplay was excellent and the production values were superb.View and enjoy!

I really enjoyed this sweet brave film. I laughed and cried. The film made me think about religious tolerance, cultural awareness, and the impact of war. The movie is also witty with many funny scenes while dealing with complex issues. I hope to see more from this director. The acting was great and I liked the intelligence and chemistry of the main characters. I really enjoyed the scenes on the sail boat, the bed, and in the veterans home. An interesting twist having the soldier not 'damaged' by tours abroad and not working the system. I agree and like the theme of the world operating based on connections and relationships. Sometimes the bad luck of Amira was hard to believe but needed for the movie. I highly recommend seeing it!

It is easy to fall in love with the two main characters and the city in which they live. This is a whirlwind romance that defies the romantic comedy genre. There is something for everybody in this film. It defies stereotypes, it defies genre, yet is such a simple and pure story.Amira and Sam could be victims of their circumstances.But they bravely make choices that defy convention.I think this movie will appeal to a wide circle. War vets - go! Romance movie lovers - go! People interested in immigration issues - go! New Yorkers and lovers of New York - go! Date nighters - go! Bring tissues!Go see it!