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The Bottom Line

"Sweet Home Alabama" is just that, it's 'sweet.' The movie is fluffy entertainment showcasing the extremely likeable Reese Witherspoon in yet another romantic comedy.



Pros

• Reese Witherspoon excels in romantic comedies
• Fun, entertaining, and features great chemistry
• Good collection of bonus features

Cons

• None worth noting

Description

• Commentary by Director Andy Tennant;
• Eight deleted scenes featuring introductory comments from director Tennant;

• Never before seen alternate ending (which I'm personally glad they didn't use);
• "Mine All Mine" music video by SHeDAISY

Guide Review - "Sweet Home Alabama" DVD Review

In "Sweet Home Alabama," Reese Witherspoon stars as Melanie Carmichael, a New York City fashion designer who must make a tough decision - she must choose between the hunky, down-to-earth Jake (Josh Lucas) and the rich, handsome, upwardly mobile Andrew (Patrick Dempsey). What's a displaced Southern girl to do?

Without Witherspoon, "Sweet Home Alabama" might have been just another so-so romantic comedy, a piece of fluff to catch on cable. With her, the movie's shortcomings can be overlooked as she, along with co-stars Josh Lucas and Patrick Dempsey, manage to take a mediocre script and work a minor miracle. The movie also benefits from a solid cast of supporting players, and great onscreen chemistry between the three lead actors.

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