Movie Review: Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

When I first read about Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, it went on my must-see list, and then was promptly forgotten about. I fear this may have happened around the country, and I am here to tell you to run out right now and see it before it disappears.

The movie is a night in the life of boy-meets-girl. They have such a cute "meet cute", you're already starting to swoon. And if at first some of the characters seem more college age than the high school seniors they are, don't worry. Nick and Norah's charming awkwardness will soon remind you of yourself, maybe a bit too much.

The night unfolds with the search for a band, two ex's (one for each Nick and Norah), Nick's gay bandmates who play matchmakers, and the city of New York. And music, so much music. Unlike many films obstinately about music, in this film the music is like it is in real life. It's background, forefront, a passion, an aside, a way to connect, a reason not to. It's all those things and it works so well that it becomes organic to the story and not an overwhelming plug for a band or a music video for a song.

As for the central romance, I truly think this movie is right up there with the sacred cow, Say Anything. Micheal Cera is just as dork-adorable, and unlike Ione Skye, Kat Dennings is beautiful but relatable. She's a pitch perfect anygirl, going from average to soft to sharp to stunning.

The supporting characters are very well done, especially Ari Graynor as Norah's best friend. Her performance as a drunk girl is spot-on, if cringe worthy. Nick's two best friends and the guy they pick up are hilarious and lovely, and the movie is filled with great lines.

I'm so charmed by this movie, not only am I buying it the day it comes out, I'm also offering to take anyone in the tri-state area with me to see it. You must see it now. You will not regret.