Allison (Jennifer Garner) and Carlos Torres (Édgar Ramírez) decided to get married because they both had a tendency to agree with anything anyone suggested—a situation that implies neither had received marriage proposals previously. Later, after having three children, their approach shifted dramatically; they began saying “no” frequently. While declining requests is a normal part of parenting, according to their kids…

The movie feels somewhat lacking in originality, though the actors involved manage to make it more appealing than it might have been otherwise. *Yes Day* is precisely as advertised; anyone watching will likely guess what’s going to happen. The story unfolds in a very foreseeable manner, and even the more enjoyable scenes occasionally feel overly sentimental. However, there are some small, positive aspects to be fo…