There’s a lot about *'Red, White & Royal Blue'* that suggests it’s not a good film, and still, I found myself engaged with it. I can’t quite explain how, because truthfully, nothing really stands out as being particularly well done. The movie feels longer than it needs to be, the performances are merely adequate, the plot is weak—or at least, it should be—and the writing is truly awful, cringe-inducing even. It …

It takes specific elements to create a successful gay romantic comedy: an easily identifiable depiction of a same-sex relationship, a palpable feeling of romance, and genuine humor. This film, however, fails on all counts; it’s watered down, moves at a snail's pace, and is ultimately uninspired. I can’t understand why so many critics and viewers have described this lifeless movie as heartwarming, charming, or engagin…

Okay, I wasn’t really supposed to like this film; it's clearly not aimed at someone like me. It began with something that immediately irritated me – the use of "King of England," which is just inaccurate! There isn't actually such a title or person. Soon after, we witness an incredibly artificial scene involving a cake that probably ruined a very expensive carpet at Buckingham Palace. The President’s son, “Alex” (pla…