It's Complicated

Jane Adler (Streep) is a divorcee in her late 50s. However, she seems perfectly happy until she and her ex-hubby Jake (Baldwin), who is now married to a very ‘young’ wife, meet up for their son’s graduation day.

Struck by the old spark they once again have a one-night stand. Jake wants to continue his affair with Jane. However, Jane is in dilemma: Should she become the mistress to her ex-husband or start an earnest relationship with her charming architect Adam (Martin). She must find out the answer.

The films’ setting is sophisticated and credit goes to director Meyers. The upper class love story is richly depicted with big kitchens and fairytale-like gardens. She is also blessed with three of the best comedians –Streep, Baldwin and Martin.

Streep is tender as a sex-deprived woman. Baldwin looks weak as a man who would rather sleep with his ex-wife than with his sexy wife. Martin also shows his funny side in a scene where Adam and Jane smoke marijuana.

Overall, “It’s Complicated” is still weak on substance. The romcom is coated with chocolates, like the cakes prepared by Jane. Had there been more fillings in the form of ‘blueberries’ and perhaps some ‘jellies’ it would be more memorable.