Romantic comedy enthusiasts captivated by Netflix's 'Voicemails for Isabelle' are being urged to discover the platform's 'superior' offering, 'Set it Up.' The streaming giant unveiled 'Voicemails for Isabelle' on Friday, 19 June, and it quickly soared to the top of the most-viewed films chart. The poignant narrative centers on a bereaved young woman named Jill (Zoey Deutch), who processes the unexpected death of her sister Isabelle by recording voicemails on her mobile. Unbeknownst to her, Isabelle's number has been reassigned to an unknown man called Wes (Nick Robinson), who gradually develops feelings for Jill.
Critical Acclaim and Ratings
While 'Voicemails for Isabelle' holds an impressive 84% Rotten Tomatoes rating, 'Set it Up' secured an exceptional 92% critics' score. The story tracks another unexpected romance between exhausted assistants Harper (Deutch) and Charlie (Glen Powell). Following harsh workplace conditions, the pair collaborate on a scheme to soften their employers' demeanour. They discreetly orchestrate a romance between their managers Kristen (Lucy Liu) and Rick (Taye Diggs), anticipating it will improve their professional circumstances. Yet, the 'set up' ignites an unforeseen chemistry between them.
Audience Reactions
Despite featuring well-known faces, this comedy may have slipped under the radar for many viewers. However, those who discovered it upon its 2018 release were utterly charmed. One devoted fan took to IMDb to declare: 'Nah bc this is the best romcom in the past 10 years. A completely underrated romcom with perfect casting and so much heart. It's not as cheesy or cringey as the typical (especially Netflix original) rom com. They don't make them like this anymore unfortunately.'
Viewer Testimonials
Over on Rotten Tomatoes, another viewer enthused: 'It's a perfect emotional partnership that hits all the right notes. Brilliantly wholesome, with everything feeling just right, from LOL moments to the touching, relatable depth. A total feel-good escape that sticks with you long after.' A further reviewer contributed: 'Not all rom-coms are good, there can either be good or very bad. I found this one definitely good and very worth watching as well. I hope it becomes an iconic classic rom-com at some point in time.'
Instant Classic Status
Meanwhile, others have already crowned it an instant classic. One particularly passionate admirer took to Letterboxd to plead for more: 'I'm just a girl... standing in front of a screen.. begging for Netflix to make more romcoms like this.' Both 'Set it Up' and 'Voicemails for Isabelle' are currently streaming on Netflix.
