Red, White & Royal Blue: A Sweet and Sassy Rom-Com with a Political Twist

Red, White & Royal Blue (2023)

Running Time: 1h 58m

Age Rating: R

Genre: Romance, Comedy

My Rating: ❤️🤍💙

If you are looking for a movie that will make you giggle, laugh, and root for love, then you might want to check out Red, White & Royal Blue, the romantic comedy starring Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine. Based on the popular novel by Casey McQuiston, this movie is a sweet and sassy rom-com with a political twist, featuring two handsome leads, a witty script, and a timely message.

The movie tells us the story of Alex Claremont-Diaz, the son of the first female president of the United States, and Prince Henry, the "spare" to the British throne. The two have a long-standing rivalry that turns into a scandal when they accidentally ruin a royal wedding cake. To save face and avert an international incident, they are forced to pretend to be friends in front of the media. However, as they spend more time together, they realize that they have more in common than they thought, and they develop feelings for each other. But can they overcome the obstacles of their different backgrounds, their families’ expectations, and their own fears?

The movie is a delight for fans of rom-coms, as it pays homage to many tropes and clichés of the genre, such as the enemies-to-lovers and the happy ending. The movie also adds some twists and surprises that keep the audience engaged. It’s full of humor, as well as hilarious and touching moments, backed by clever dialogue. The movie also has a clear message about acceptance, diversity, and change.

The movie is well-acted by a talented cast, led by Perez and Galitzine. They have great chemistry and charisma, and they capture the essence of their characters. They make a cute couple that you can’t help but root for. Uma Thurman is more than excellent as Ellen Claremont. However, the idea of Stephen Fry playing the role of King James, Henry’s grandfather, was a bit weird to me.

To be honest, I didn’t care less about the political aspect of the movie. I found it somehow boring and cringy as it felt a bit forced into the story. I haven’t read Casey McQuiston’s book yet, so maybe the political part is more relevant in the book since the movie felt a bit rushed in this term.

Overall, I enjoyed Red, White & Royal Blue and I recommend it to anyone who believes in love. It’s a movie that celebrates the joy of love and the power of hope. It’s a sweet and charming rom-com that will make you smile from start to finish; only if you ignore the political sub-plot.