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Rom-Com Comeback: Bullock & Aniston Yearn for Funny
11 Sep
Summary
- Stars like Bullock and Aniston regret the decline of rom-coms.
- Bullock intentionally shifted to dramas like 'Crash' due to criticism.
- Both actresses express a desire to return to making lighthearted comedies.
Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock have expressed a shared longing for the return of romantic comedies. Aniston recounted seeing clips from 'Two Weeks Notice' on TikTok and reflecting on the joy such films once provided, contrasting it with their later dismissal as "not quality." Bullock confessed she intentionally moved away from the genre in the early 2000s, feeling criticized, and chose roles in films like 'Crash' over romantic comedies.
Although Bullock later revisited rom-coms with 'The Proposal' and also starred in critically acclaimed films like 'The Blind Side' and 'Gravity,' she has been largely absent from screens for the past four years. This hiatus was due to caring for her partner, who has ALS, and spending time with her family. With Bullock's return in 'Practical Magic 2,' she and Aniston are signaling a potential shift back towards lighter fare, with Aniston stating, "Let's bring funny back."
