Mike (played by Hugh Jackman, nicknamed "Huge") scrapes by performing Neil Diamond covers in Milwaukee when he encounters Claire (Kate Hudson). Both are struggling – she's supporting her family, and he’s battling alcoholism – and generally feeling uninspired until a team-based tribute act comes to mind. Considering the breadth of Diamond’s work, including songs like “Sweet Caroline,” it seemed hard to go wrong. Howev…

The movie industry frequently relies on romantic storylines, which can be exceptionally rewarding when crafted with care. The execution is critical; skillful handling results in emotionally resonant films, while poor treatment can severely damage their prospects. Writer-director Craig Brewer’s newest film unfortunately falls into the latter category, proving to be an unbalanced, predictable, contrived and overly sent…