The Proposal (2009) PG-13 Great

Sandra Bullock proved that she's still got it in this delightful romantic comedy. She will annoy you until she lets her guard down a bit, but hey, that's the idea. For you guys that don't like chick flicks, this is a good compromise. It will make your woman happy and you will enjoy it as well. It's funny, touching, has some great Alaskan scenery as well as some nice Sandra Bullock scenery. So that's another plus for you guys. For you women they have a male stripper, but he's not exactly what you might expect. My favorite line in the movie is, "he's the only exotic dancer on the island, we're lucky to have him!"

Uncle Nino (2005) PG Great

"Uncle Nino" was a surprising and wonderful movie. You have the typical American upper middle class family living the lives that our society deems successful, but missing the meaning of life. The dad is never home because he's chasing his next promotion. The kids had to leave their friends so the family could upgrade to a larger house in a more upscale neighborhood. The poor wife is trying to hold everything together. Then along comes Uncle Nino from Italy on a surprise visit. As their lives begin to meld, the ways of the 'Old Country' bring perspective on the present, and beautiful things start to happen. I recommend watching this with an Italian Merlot and some American tissues. You'll need both, and you will be uplifted.

My Life in Ruins (2009) PG-13 Good

This was a good couples movie. It had a few laughs, some tender moments, but it did drag on at times. The scenery was really cool. You'll probably want to visit Greece after watching this movie, but you'll definitely want to stay in a different hotel than the one in the movie. Nia Vardalos from "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" played herself as she has in the past, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Her self-deprecation is actually quite charming. I liked this movie and I think you will too. Just don't plan on another "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", this movie is not even in the same ballpark.