The story line is entirely predictable, as per the trailers. Zac Efron is quite something to watch and removes his shirt (well, you've gotta expect that?). One reviewer indicated that he actually caught a glimpse of some acting potential and that maybe Zac is ready for something that doesn't just feature his nice face and laser beam eyes? Taylor Schilling is better than I expected, based on her lack of (film) experience - I had seen an interview of the two of them and she had trouble maintaining eye contact (while Zac, of course, was mesmerizing). She was decent, lovely to look at and displayed a wider range of emotions than I would have anticipated.
Blythe Danner, who doesn't have a huge part and has been around forever, is a delight. Her conservation of movement and measured responses in dialogue are great - it's fun to watch a pro.
I also liked the shooting of the scenery - lovely to see. All in all, a predictable event, I think I'd see again, and would make a good rental when you want something fluffy.
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