SpuffyWeb Sadly Over-hyped

Thehibikiew Not even bad in a good way

Phonearl Good start, but then it gets ruined

Stephanie There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

neil_mc This film was given the slot following Film 2005 on the BBC last night, a slot which is usually reserved for the more decent efforts. And with my mind still on the excellent King Kong preview in that programme - it looks amazing and opens this Thursday - 'The One and Only' managed to divert my attention away from that.It is a very effective film in it's own way, the jokes, wisecracks and one-liners come thick and fast once everything gets going and I must admit some of the stuff is pretty good. Apart from Richard Roxburgh's Geordie accent slipping into Welsh on occasion and Justine Waddell trying too hard at times for her character to be a bit wacky, everything plays out in a gentle, irreverent manner until an overly soppy ending which I wasn't a huge fan of.There was also reference to Newcastle United's poor transfer policy and tendency to pay over the odds for anything that moves, with "7 million pounds worth of groin strain", 'King of the treatment room' Italian Andrea Buffeloni who's played only 34 minutes since his transfer. Which is currently very relevant considering Albert Luque's pricey transfer in the summer and his subsequent lack of games.All in all, a surprisingly good film which is very funny in parts. 6/10

edgrant22 A lovely and lively time in the lives of a number of characters centred around a great performance from Justine as the wronged Stevie who finds her soul mate at an unexpected time and place. Good humour running through what is a serious issue of finding happiness in life. Well supported throughout and well filmed in the up and coming northern England area. Neil fits kitchens and is one of the most sensitive and understanding guys you are ever likely to meet. He deserves the best and eventually gets it, but its not all plain sailing and lots of bridges have to be crossed before it all works out. The drama hospital scene gets to a pitch in which you hope it works out but doesn't look like its going to. Do yourself a favour.. watch it. It will cheer you up

bob_bear First off, I had no problem with the Geordie accents in this film. I had no idea that the leads were Australian and South African by birth. I bought the accents, no problem. And I come from the North, so I should think I have an idea.I thought the cast were great. Especially Patsy Kensit, who turned in the best "acting" performance that I've ever seen her do.Nope. No problems with the cast. It was the script that was dire. Full of holes. Ridiculous scenarios like leaving the adopted child in the care of a recently widowed Roxburgh or the multitude of doctors and nurses around the hospital bed. Racing to the hospital/train station was just corny and predictable.I know it was meant to be a black comedy but the way it trivialized such plot strands as death and abortion was nothing short of lame.Just another one of those British films that tries but fails, I'm afraid

eroden_85 I loved this film! It was funny and it had a great story. I love Richard Roxburgh! He is a brilliant and talented actor. I don't see anything wrong with this film - its a bit of fun - dont listen to everything that critics say. I gave it a ten and i'm going to purchase the dvd for my collection. :o)