The film is just perfect! Never a dull moment. But there is a clear division into two main themes. In the first part, we have the comedy we expect for and we laugh tons. In the second part, it becomes more sober and dramatic, but that's what make the film so special.

The intern brings nothing new and is slightly overlong, but it's a charming little treat for comedy fans, and it's one of Robert De Niro's better late period movies in a while.

"Charming", describes this whole movie in just 1 word. Great roles by DeNiro and Anne Hathaway.

The main character in **The Intern** is Ben Whittaker, played by Robert De Niro. He plays a gentle soul, not at all intimidating stereotype he is known for. He is a bit like **My Man Godfrey**, perfect in every way and filled with wisdom. At the end of the movie, you will want him as your dad. Anne Hathaway plays his boss Jules Ostin. She starts off as unbearable as Meryl Streep's character in **The Devil Wears Prada**. But she quickly (perhaps too quickly) tones down and become a vulnerable lovable softie. While the film is undeniably a "chick flick" in many ways imaginable, from trendy costumes, appealing cast, gentle screenplay, and adorable kid, it does not push the romantic comedy genre button. In fact, I am not even sure if there's a single kiss in the entire film. Rene Russo (who looks amazing) plays De Niro's romantic interest, but their emerging relationship is restrained and takes a back seat. The film is all about Ben moving on and embracing his golden years, and earning well deserved respect and admiration from those around him. If I were to quibble, it is that the film plays too safe. Its characters and situations are too perfect. There's no sense of urgency or troubles. We are simply watching people we want to invite for the holidays for 2 hours. And that is not necessarily a bad thing. I watched the film feeling happy the whole time.