Date Movie

Date Movie

Year: 2006

Runtime: 83 min

Language: English

Directors: Aaron Seltzer, Jason Friedberg

ComedyRomance

A hopeless romantic, Julia, sets out to find love with the charming Grant. Their whirlwind romance takes them on a series of comedic misadventures as they meet each other’s eccentric families and deal with the interference of the persistent Andy, who tries to prevent them from reaching their special day.

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1

Julia Struggles with Body Image

Julia Jones grapples with her self-esteem and dreams of finding love. Despite her aspirations of marrying Napoleon Dynamite, she faces relentless rejections, leading her to express her anguish in her diary.

2

Public Dancing Attempts

In a bid to attract potential suitors, Julia decides to try dancing in public. Unfortunately, she discovers that her size becomes a significant barrier, and her efforts only lead to embarrassment.

3

Encouragement from Frank

Working at her father's Greek diner, Julia's dad, Frank, humorously suggests that she explore love within their cultural community. He whimsically promotes Nicky, an unattractive suitor, as a potential match for Julia.

Frank's Greek Diner
4

Meeting Grant Fockyerdoder

A fortuitous twist of fate introduces Julia to the charming British man, Grant Fockyerdoder. Their immediate chemistry takes a humorous turn when Julia accidentally knocks Grant out with a coffee pot at the diner.

Frank's Greek Diner
5

Seeking Help from Hitch

Determined to find love, Julia decides to visit a love therapist named Hitch. Initially hesitant, Hitch eventually agrees to help Julia revamp her image and boost her self-confidence.

Hitch's Office
6

A Glamorous Makeover

Under Hitch's guidance, Julia undergoes a glamorous makeover that transforms her appearance. This newfound confidence leads her to secure a spot on a reality dating show called *The Extreme Bachelor*.

7

Reality Show Twist

When Julia arrives at *The Extreme Bachelor,* she is shocked to discover that the bachelor is Grant. This revelation complicates Julia's feelings and adds to the absurdity of reality dating.

8

Dinner Date with Grant

Emerging victorious from the dating show, Julia scores a romantic dinner date with Grant at a place whimsically named 'A Restaurant'. The date ignites a romantic spark, leading to a passionate night together.

A Restaurant
9

Family Chaos

Julia introduces Grant to her family, but the dinner devolves into chaos when her pet cat, Jinxers, disrupts the evening. As both families collide, misunderstandings escalate, leading to humorous complications.

Julia's Family Home
10

Past Relationships Revealed

Tensions rise further as Grant's mother, Roz, reveals shocking details about his past relationships. This revelation puts Julia in emotional turmoil while her father continues to push Nicky as a potential suitor.

11

Wedding Planning Mayhem

During the wedding planning process, Julia encounters a quirky wedding planner named Jell-O who suggests unconventional venues, leading to sidesplitting moments of confusion and laughter.

12

Confrontation with Andy

Julia meets Andy, Grant's former fiancée, resulting in a comical confrontation. Their drama plays out humorously as they squabble, echoing infamous fights from *Kill Bill*, as their rivalry reaches new heights.

13

Wedding Day Disaster

On the wedding day, Julia wakes up with a giant pimple, causing her to crash through walls in a series of unfortunate events. This misfortune leads Andy to confess her feelings for Grant, leaving Julia heartbroken.

14

Father's Realization

Realizing his daughter’s true feelings for Grant, Julia's father steps in to advocate for true love. His intervention helps Julia recognize that her heart belongs to Grant, despite all the chaos.

15

The Wedding and Beyond

In a delightful twist, Julia rushes to the rooftop to find Grant, dramatically falling into his arms. With Hitch officiating, they finally tie the knot, and quirky love blooms unexpectedly for Andy and Nicky as well.

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