The Love Guru (2008) Review in 2025
The Love Guru is a comedy film that follows the story of a self-help guru who tries to win the heart of a hockey player's wife. The movie is full of silly humor and ridiculous situations.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This movie is not suitable for family viewing due to its mature themes, language, and humor.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is not worth watching. It's a waste of time and money. If you're a fan of Mike Myers, you might enjoy it, but otherwise, avoid it.
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The movie takes a turn when the guru, played by Mike Myers, discovers that the hockey player's wife is actually a lesbian and he tries to win her over by becoming a better person. However, things don't go as planned and the guru ends up getting hurt in the process.
Review Details
story3.00/10
The story is predictable and lacks originality. The plot is full of clichés and the ending is not satisfying.
acting2.00/10
The acting is subpar and lacks talent. Mike Myers' performance is particularly disappointing.
characters2.00/10
The characters are not well-developed and lack depth. The main character, played by Mike Myers, is annoying and unlikable.
direction2.00/10
The direction is poor and lacks vision. The pacing is slow and the editing is sloppy.
cinematography3.00/10
The cinematography is average and lacks creativity. The camera work is not impressive and the lighting is not well-done.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The movie has some funny moments, but they're not enough to save it from its overall lack of quality.
Cons
The story is predictable, the characters are unlikable, and the direction is poor.
Notable Quotes
"I'm a guru, not a guru-ette!"
"You're not a guru, you're a jerk!"
