Over. Done. Finished. A comedy about love at last glance.|Dec. 19, 2002|Australia|101 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Comedy;Romance
Description: “Two Weeks Notice,” released in 2001, is a romantic comedy film. The story revolves around Lucy Kelson, a talented and dedicated lawyer specializing in historic preservation, environmental law, and pro bono cases in New York City. She is passionate about her work and deeply committed to helping her community. In contrast, George Wade is a wealthy but self-centered real estate developer with a carefree and somewhat immature personality. Despite their differences, their paths cross when Lucy tries to save a beloved community center in Coney Island from being demolished by George’s company.
Impressed by her Harvard law degree, George offers Lucy a position as his Chief Counsel, despite their opposing views on real estate development. Lucy initially hesitates but accepts the role when George promises to fund her community initiatives and protect the community center. However, she soon discovers that George relies on her for far more than legal advice. He constantly interrupts her personal life, seeking her input on even the smallest matters, leaving her frustrated and overwhelmed.
At a friend’s wedding, Lucy’s phone rings loudly during the ceremony because George needs her advice on what to wear to an event. This incident becomes the final straw, and Lucy decides to resign, giving her two weeks’ notice. However, leaving her job proves more difficult than expected. George sabotages her efforts to find new employment by contacting potential employers and discouraging them from hiring her.
As Lucy helps George find her replacement, their deep, albeit complicated, bond becomes evident. Their interactions often resemble those of a long-married couple, as they instinctively know each other’s habits and preferences, even finishing each other’s meals. The film humorously explores their evolving relationship and the challenges they face as they navigate their professional and personal dynamics.
Cast director: Marc Lawrence
Cast actor: Sandra Bullock, Hugh Grant, Alicia Witt, Dana Ivey, Robert Klein, Heather Burns, David Haig, Dorian Missick, Veanne Cox, Janine LaManna
Original name: Two Weeks Notice