The Proposal (2009)

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When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.

Introduction
"The Proposal" is a 2009 romantic funny movie directed by Anne Fletcher and produced by David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman. The movie script was penned by Peter Chiarelli and it stars Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Mary Steenburgen, Craig T. Nelson and Betty White in leading functions. The movie is a lovely story about an uptight Canadian executive and her overworked American assistant, and the unanticipated twist their expert relationship takes.

Plot
The movie opens with Margaret Tate (Sandra Bullock), a stern and demanding editor-in-chief of a big publishing company, who at first is portrayed as the feared manager of Andrew Paxton (Ryan Reynolds). Andrew, her hardworking assistant, often discovers himself at her beck and call, assisting her execute her professional and individual tasks. Margaret, being a Canadian, deals with an immigration concern that lands her into an issue of potentially being deported. As a solution, she chooses to compel Andrew into marrying her, so she can preserve her Visa status and prevent her deportation back to Canada.

Consequences
Margaret's strategy, however, rapidly takes a turn for the complex. To persuade the FBI migration representative managing their case, they need to pretend to be really engaged. Andrew, initially overwhelmed, finally settles on the terms that Margaret promotes him to an editor and lets him publish his own book. To even more cement the credibility and make their relationship believable, Margaret is forced to participate in Andrew's grandma's 90th birthday in Alaska.

Developing Feelings
The Alaska trip is a turning point in the movie as it ushers in a series of occasions that require Margaret and Andrew to review their sensations for each other. Through spending quality time with Andrew's household and witnessing their love and connection, Margaret begins softening her stiff persona. Andrew too starts seeing a more susceptible and relatable side of Margaret, making him understand he has established feelings for her. The journey likewise presents humorous minutes such as Margaret's interaction with an exotic bird and dancing with Grandma Annie to a tribal chant.

Resolution
Margaret, recognizing that she has included Andrew and his family in a scams, cancels the wedding, admitting to the migration department about their strategy. Meanwhile, Andrew, after finding his feelings for Margaret, publicly declares his love for her. After preliminary doubt, Margaret also admits her sensations and the movie ends with them kissing, deciding to really be in a relationship.

Conclusion
"The Proposal" is a heartwarming movie packed with well-timed humor and non-traditional romantic plot. The cast, particularly Bullock and Reynolds, deliver stellar efficiencies which amateurs the on-screen chemistry. With its opposing protagonist dynamic, the story shows engaging character advancement and wraps up with a satisfying ending. Margret's improvement from a stern boss to an adorable partner coupled with Andrew's journey from an oppressed assistant to a loving partner makes it an appealing watch. The mix of emotional, comic, and romantic elements makes this movie a treat for all movie enthusiasts.

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