Alfie

Alfie is a 2004 British-American romantic comedy-drama film starring Jude Law in the title role. It follows the life of Alfie, a charming and charismatic womanizer in Manhattan who juggles multiple relationships while seemingly immune to commitment. As Alfie navigates his hedonistic lifestyle, he begins to question his actions and the impact they have on the women around him. The film delves into themes of love, relationships, and self-discovery as Alfie's carefree facade starts to crack, revealing a man struggling to find true happiness amidst his shallow pursuits.

Alfie received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film an approval rating of 48% with the consensus being, 'This Alfie is a slick, but shallow character, lacking the depth and charm of the original.' On IMDb, the movie holds a modest rating of 6.2/10 with some viewers appreciating Jude Law's performance and the stylish cinematography, while others found the character of Alfie to be unsympathetic and the storyline lacking depth. Metacritic rated Alfie at 49/100, noting that the film failed to capture the same spark as the 1966 original. Overall, critics were divided on Law's portrayal of Alfie and the film's modern reimagining of the classic story.