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The Sweetest Thing

2002 · 1h 24m · Comedy, Romance · United States of America · Rated R (US)

A romantic comedy without the sugar.

Christina's love life is stuck in neutral. After years of avoiding the hazards of a meaningful relationship, one night while club-hopping with her girlfriends, she meets Peter, her perfect match. Fed up with playing games, she finally gets the courage to let her guard down and follow her heart, only to discover that Peter has suddenly left town. Accompanied by Courtney, she sets out to capture the one that got away.

Directed by
Roger Kumble
Written by
Nancy M. Pimental
Starring
Cameron Diaz, Christina Applegate, Thomas Jane, Selma Blair
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