The Hottie & The Nottie

Synopsis

The Hottie & The Nottie is a romantic comedy centered on Nate, a man who is desperate to win the heart of Cristabel, the stunning woman of his dreams. However, there's a catch — Cristabel is constantly accompanied by her awkward and unattractive best friend, June, who Nate finds difficult to tolerate. Determined to be with Cristabel, Nate embarks on a mission to transform June and remove the hurdle she represents. The film explores themes of friendship, beauty standards, and the challenges of love in a humorous and lighthearted manner. Featuring Paris Hilton in the lead role, the movie navigates awkward social situations and romantic entanglements with a distinctly early 2000s comedy vibe.

Cast

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  Paris Hilton

  Cristabel Abbott

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  Joel David Moore

  Nate Cooper

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  Christine Lakin

  June Phigg

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  Johann Urb

  Johann Wulrich

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  Adam Kulbersh

  Cole Slawsen

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  Greg Romero Wilson

  Arno Blount

Reviews

The Hottie & The Nottie was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a mere 6% approval rating, indicating a largely unfavorable consensus. The site's critics’ consensus highlights the film's lowbrow humor and poor plot execution. IMDb users have rated the movie 2.0 out of 10, underscoring widespread disappointment. Metacritic gives the film a score of 7 out of 100, marking it as exceptionally poorly received. Many reviewers criticized the movie for its weak script, lack of genuine humor, and underwhelming performances, including Paris Hilton's portrayal. For example, Roger Ebert called it "flat and unfunny," while some reviewers noted it relied heavily on clichéd stereotypes. Despite the harsh critiques, a small segment of viewers found some entertainment in its campy, over-the-top style, though this did little to elevate its critical standing. Overall, The Hottie & The Nottie is widely regarded as one of the more forgettable romantic comedies of its era.