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For the Love of George (2018): Cast, Ratings & Plot

For the Love of George (2018) movie poster

For the Love of George is a 2018 comedy drama directed by Maria Burton, starring Nadia Jordan as Poppy, Rex Lee and Rosanna Arquette. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and was made on a reported $1.2 million budget. Its Echo Score is 73/100.

Echo Score
73
budget
$1.2M
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For the Love of George (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Maria Burton
Genres
Comedy , Drama , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$1.2M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is For the Love of George About?

The premise of For the Love of George without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

After discovering her husband's infidelity, a woman impulsively leaves England and travels to Los Angeles. Driven by a desire to find her ideal partner, she embarks on a journey with the goal of meeting the man she considers to be the embodiment of perfection: George Clooney. Her quest explores themes of love, longing, and the pursuit of happiness.

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Cast & crew

For the Love of George Cast & Characters

Nadia Jordan leads the cast as Poppy, with Rex Lee as Justin and Rosanna Arquette as Dr. Faye Carter. Directed by Maria Burton; 7 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Maria Burton

More films directed by Maria Burton, best-rated first: Manna from Heaven and A Sort of Homecoming.

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Ratings

For the Love of George Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 73/100, strongest in rewatch factor (78) and weakest in art & craft (58).

73 /100

For the Love of George Echo Score Breakdown

For the Love of George elicits a mixed but generally favorable response. Reviewers highlight its entertaining premise, appealing soundtrack, and relatable characters, noting moments of humor and charm that resonate with a target audience. Criticisms focus on uneven acting and occasional technical missteps, such as shaky camerawork and unconventional directorial choices. The balance of praise for narrative and sensory elements against the noted flaws yields a modestly positive overall impression.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 58

    In terms of direction and cinematography, opinions diverge. Some viewers mention odd choices by the director and occasional shaky camera work, suggesting a lack of visual polish. Conversely, later screenings showed improvements in editing and sound that engaged audiences. The mixed feedback reflects an inconsistent technical execution, resulting in a modest assessment of the film's art and craft.

  • Character & Emotion 72

    Character performance receives both commendation and criticism. Many reviewers appreciate the chemistry among the cast, noting enjoyable portrayals by Nadia Jordan and supporting actors, while others describe the lead acting as problematic and hard to watch. The overall sentiment leans toward a positive view of character dynamics, despite isolated concerns about specific performances.

  • Story & Flow 68

    The narrative is praised for its unique premise and engaging moments, with several users finding the plot sweet, funny, and relatable. However, some find the story predictable or insufficiently uplifting, describing it as a downer. This blend of appreciation for originality and critique of pacing leads to a moderately favorable evaluation of story and flow.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    Sensory elements, particularly the soundtrack, are highlighted as strengths, with multiple reviewers adding songs to personal playlists. Improvements in sound design during later screenings contributed to audience engagement. Visual criticisms are limited to occasional shakiness, leaving the overall sensory experience as a notable positive aspect of the film.

  • Rewatch Factor 78

    Rewatch potential is viewed positively, as many users recommend adding the film to watch lists and suggest it works well for couples or fans of lighthearted romance. While a few find it insufficiently uplifting for repeat viewings, the prevailing sentiment describes the movie as entertaining enough to merit another viewing.

Plot

For the Love of George Plot Summary

What happens in For the Love of George from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Early 2014, in Surrey, England, Poppy Wakefield enjoys a life that looks almost too perfect: she plays the domestic goddess for her husband Stephen while also pursuing a freelance magazine career from the comfort of a sunlit home. Her seemingly flawless world shatters when she uncovers that Stephen’s latest birdwatching hobby is a cover for an affair, unraveling the careful balance she’s built around love, marriage, and success.

Full summary

The whole story of For the Love of George, scene by scene

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Videos

For the Love of George Trailers & Videos

The trailer of For the Love of George.

FOR THE LOVE OF GEORGE Official Trailer # 1 (2018) Nadia Jordan, Rex Lee, Rosanna Arquette Movie HD
Quiz

How Well Do You Know For the Love of George?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in For the Love of George

14 cars on screen, including the 2014 Volkswagen Golf VI Typ 5K and the 2007 Bentley Continental GTC.

All 14 cars
  • 2014 Volkswagen Golf VI Typ 5K in For the Love of George 2014 Volkswagen Golf VI Typ 5K Important role
  • 2007 Bentley Continental GTC in For the Love of George 2007 Bentley Continental GTC Minor role
  • 1968 Oldsmobile 442 in For the Love of George 1968 Oldsmobile 442 Minor role
  • 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle Typ 1 in For the Love of George 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle Typ 1 Minor role
Details

For the Love of George Also Known As

Also known as “Por el Amor de George”.

Also known as
  • Por el Amor de George

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FAQ

For the Love of George FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of For the Love of George, each answered in a sentence.

How long is For the Love of George?

For the Love of George runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was For the Love of George released?

For the Love of George was released on February 13, 2018.

Who directed For the Love of George?

For the Love of George was directed by Maria Burton.

More films by Maria Burton

Who is in the cast of For the Love of George?

For the Love of George stars Nadia Jordan as Poppy, Rex Lee as Justin and Rosanna Arquette as Dr. Faye Carter, among 7 credited actors.

What was the budget of For the Love of George?

For the Love of George had a reported budget of $1.2 million.

Does For the Love of George have a post-credit scene?

No. For the Love of George has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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