Peters’ producing partner, Robert Evans, agrees. "This movie captures my sentiments exactly any man who thinks he knows the mind of a woman is a man who knows nothing, and any woman who thinks she knows the mind of a man is absolutely right," quips Evans. "But seriously, it is indeed rare to make a film that women and men will relate to equally, a film that opens up relationships in a way never explored before with a unique brand of humor."
Two-time Emmy winner for Best Supporting Actress in the comedy series "Cheers," Bebe Neuwirth, who plays the editor-in-chief of Composure Magazine, says that the film has something for everyone.
"There’s a little something reflected from our own lives in this film and people are going to see a part of the courting dance they’ve experienced in their own lives," says Neuwirth. "It’s a very funny movie and extremely entertaining."
According to Obst, the film is basically poking fun at the gender war. "All the plotting people do, all the schemes they create in order to win this battle between the sexes is just everyone’s way of protecting themselves," observes Obst. Wnderneath it all, everyone is really longing for is genuine affection and they get so caught up in the game, they often forget that the object is connection not victory."
Peters agrees, and credits the performances of Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, along with Donald Petrie’s "brilliant directorial talents" for the success of bringing this gender war to life.
"Kate and Matthew not only look great together but they also make their characters really come alive with sterling performances," she says. "For all the talent and beguiling beauty Kate brings to the screen, Matthew matches it with his own talent, good looks and charm."
Evans points to the director’s track record. "Donald has proven himself time after time with romantic comedies, and now he’s done it again. The man is simply a maestro. The way he conducts and orchestrates the set, he hits every note every time."
Petrie, who has directed the likes of Julia Roberts in "Mystic Pizza" and Sandra Bullock in "Miss Congeniality," says that besides the clever script, what attracted him most to "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" was the chance to work with Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Kate Hudson.
"Kate’s debut in 'Almost Famous’ showed what an astonishing talent she is, and now this film will showcase her incredible comedic timing," says Petrie, adding that audiences will also find Hudson’s acting style as unpredictable and endearing as the film.
"Every time Kate does a take, she does it differently," notes Petrie. "Ten actresses might read a line one way, but Kate does it in the most unexpected way that radiates across the screen. She’s also a very generous actress. She never takes a scene, she shares it, and that’s what sparks chemistry."
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