PROS: I went into this movie--much like her Glee episodes--skeptical that Gwyneth Paltrow could sing. While not Grammy worthy, I found her (and Leighton Meester for that matter) not only believable but curiously easy on the ears. The easy on the eyes award (like that transition?) goes to Garrett Hedlund. I didn't think ANYONE could pull off denim on denim but I stand corrected. The plot's a little Walk the Line-ish but it has enough surprises and love triangles to ensure it's not COMPLETELY predictable.
CONS: When she's not singing, Meester's character is either wildly insecure or awkwardly flirtatious. Both personalities are hard to watch. And when Gwyneth isn't singing, she's crying...a lot. And not just tearing up, we're talking caked in mascara crying. It gets old fast. As does hearing the word "strong" over and over again. We get it, you're all country strong.
RATING: If you like country music, you'll like this movie...and its soundtrack.
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