This movie was so-so. It had it's moments, but wasn't the greatest.

It was OK. I don't see why everyone loves it so much. It wasn't very smart or deep or well-directed.

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

Very good movie overall, highly recommended. Most of the negative reviews don't have any merit and are all pollitically based. Give this movie a chance at least, and it might give you a different perspective.

Melissa Blank, the author of "The Girl's Guide to Hunting and Fishing", and the other stories in which this film was based, deserved much better. In fact, the incident about the father is taken from the above mentioned work, which was one of the most satisfying books by Ms. Blank. The screenplay by director Marc Klein bases his scenario on the Brett Eisenberg character in the novel, but what comes out does not represent what she really was in the written page, at all.In our humble opinion, the role of Brett required a different tone than the one Sarah Michelle Gellar gives to the character. The mere idea of casting her opposite Alec Baldwin, was not exactly a match made in heaven. Ms. Gellar, who has proved she can be effective in other types of comedy really does her best to get under Brett's skin, but be it because of the direction, or her own take, does not make her likable.Alec Baldwin sports a hideous hair style. In the film he is supposed to be fifty. He was closer in age to Brett's own father, making it a bit hard to imagine the attraction. Mr. Baldwin's Archie Cox fares much better because he is a much better actor than this occasion required of him to do. While the film is not horrible, it never rises to capture the essence of the spunky Brett Eisenberg. The New York locales are shown in a good light by the cinematographer, Steven Fierberg. He takes the viewer to a magical tour of the city. The original music is by Heitor Pereira.

This movie could have been good if it hadn't already been made so many times before. The concept of a young girl who feels lost and finds a connection with an older man is hardly new.The actors play well - as one would expect from professionals - and if one is a fan of either Alec Baldwin or Sarah Michella Gellar; one might consider watching the movie just for that.Where it all goes wrong is in the narrative. The movie tries delivering something that it just can't deliver. While the actors as such play their roles fine, the viewer is never really caught by them. The roles are flat and one is left with a feeling of "who cares". There are a few elements in the movie that obviously entertains, but they all seem stereotypical in a way that gets boring very quickly.This is a movie that you can watch if you are having some friends over and needs some background noise, or if you are baking bread and do not want to bother with pausing the movie every time you have to go to the kitchen.

Honestly, I am a firm hater of chick-flicks. However, Sarah Michelle Gellar is my favourite actress and I will see anything she is in. So, upon seeing that she was in a movie that looked very much like a typical chick-flick I was hesitant...but not hesitant enough. I was pleasantly surprised to find a rather enjoyable and charming little movie in 'Suburban Girl' and not the clichéd mess you might expect. SMG and Alec Baldwin have amazing chemistry and the story is interesting and switches around many aspects of our main characters life rather than focusing on her relationship.Brett Eisenberg (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is an assistant book editor living in New York. Her life is changed when she catches the attention of Archie Knox (Alec Baldwin), an elderly editor-in-chief for a major publisher. They are soon dating and Brett soon moves in with Archie. However, when the new boss arrives, Brett's father becomes sick and Archie admits to a few problems, her life begins to change.This movie is basically your light, fluffy little world to escape to for around 90 minutes. It isn't in-depth and little concentration is required but this is a funny and touching movie aiding by some great performances and competent directing.3½/5

Despite most user comments, I did enjoy this movie. Sarah did an amazing job... And I readily believed her portrayal of a young woman in love/security. It was actually refreshing to see Sarah in a role completely different from any previously depicted by her. However... Isn't there always an however?! It would have been nice to have had George Clooney or someone not dissimilar in the role as leading man... Alec Baldwin? Not my cup of tea, I have to say. Still, I did find their relationship believable. Despite all this, a definite 8/10. And a great soundtrack! Sarah, earned herself a 10/10. Then again, she'd have to do something incredibly wrong to not earn my devotion. :-)