Table for Three (2009)

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A suddenly single guy invites what he thinks is a perfect couple to move into his apartment, only to discover they quickly insert themselves into all aspects of his life.

Movie Overview
"Table for Three" is a 2009 romantic funny movie directed and written by Michael Samonek. The motion picture stars Brandon Routh as Scott Teller, a guy going back into the dating world post-breakup, and Sophia Bush and Jesse Bradford as the eccentric couple who become his new roomies.

Plot Summary
Scott Teller is a bachelor rebounding from a stopped working relationship and finding solace in his serene, singular house life. Incidentally, he meets Ryan (Jesse Bradford) and Mary (Sophia Bush) at a dining establishment. Following a jovial interaction, they convince Scott into renting out his vacant bed room to them as they are freshly relocated to town and looking for a place. Scott agrees, drawn by their charismatic characters and the possibility of business.

By the time Scott understands that the couple has eccentric and annoying practices, it ends up being far too late to reverse the choice. Their continuous disturbance in Scott's life starts affecting his professional and personal affairs. Meanwhile, Scott is trying to pursue a relationship with Leslie (Jennifer Morrison), a woman he meets at work. However, the couple's invasive habits, in addition to their abundant suggestions and ideas, throw a wrench in Scott's budding romance.

Dispute and Resolution
As Scott ends up being progressively suffocated with Ryan and Mary's invasion into his life, he is forced to face them and require his area. At the exact same time, he must handle the chances in his budding relationship with Leslie, which is greatly affected by the couple's actions.

While Ryan and Mary's objectives are constantly in the very best interest of Scott, their conduct causes friction in Scott and Leslie's relationship. Both Ryan and Mary effort to control Scott in their obsesion of being the best coaches. Scott eventually recognizes they have their own emotional instability and ingrained problems that they mask through their eccentricity.

Towards the close, Scott, now alert to the couple's shenanigans, imposes his foot down and requires for his privacy and independence. Ryan and Mary are forced to confront their own problems and subsequently transition from being wacky, controlling roommates to understanding, encouraging buddies which cause a somewhat peaceful coexistence.

Reception
"Table for Three" is infused with humor and boasts an appealing set of dramatic characters in addition to an appealing story. Sophia Bush and Jesse Bradford manage effective performances as the eccentric, controlling couple, while Brandon Routh successfully captures the role of an accommodating, law-abiding male caught in a difficult scenario. Though the movie didn't develop a considerable ripple upon release, it is regarded as a reasonable run in the romantic funny genre.

Conclusion
"Table for Three" provides a rather overstated take on the timeless idea of the difficulties faced when coping with roommates. While the film is based upon comical premises, underneath the humor lie subtle subtleties about social relationships, personal borders, and the importance of having one's own area. Regardless of the initial clash of characters and numerous misunderstandings, the movie wraps up on an enthusiastic note, showcasing the advancement of good understanding and regard among the characters.

Top Cast

  • Jesse Bradford (small)
    Jesse Bradford
    Ryan
  • Sophia Bush (small)
    Sophia Bush
    Mary
  • Brandon Routh (small)
    Brandon Routh
    Scott Teller
  • Jennifer Morrison (small)
    Jennifer Morrison
    Leslie
  • Johnny Galecki (small)
    Johnny Galecki
    Ted
  • Michael Cornacchia (small)
    Michael Cornacchia
    Hector
  • Neil Jackson (small)
    Neil Jackson
    Tre
  • Melinda Sward (small)
    Melinda Sward
    Nina
  • Liza Lapira (small)
    Liza Lapira
    Nerissa
  • Robert Towers (small)
    Robert Towers
    Dr. Cooper
  • Coleman McClary (small)
    Coleman McClary
    Tom