And So It Goes (2014)

And So It Goes is a warm, gently funny valentine to late-in-life second chances, powered by the kind of easy star chemistry you can’t fake: Michael Douglas turns prickliness into something human, and Diane Keaton meets him with a glow that’s equal parts wit and ache. Rob Reiner keeps the tone like a well-made comfort meal—familiar, yes, but satisfying—letting sharp, well-timed dialogue and small, lived-in moments do the heavy lifting instead of big plot fireworks. It’s the rare rom-com drama that understands how grief can make people difficult, and how kindness can sneak up on them anyway. If you want something edgy or unpredictable, this may feel too cozy, but if you’re in the mood for charm, empathy, and two pros making every scene better, it’s an easy recommendation.

And So It Goes is clearly aiming for a cozy, late-life rom-com about grief, second chances, and a grumpy man learning to be human again, with Michael Douglas and Diane Keaton doing their best to sell the warmth. The problem is it plays like a checklist of familiar beats, with low stakes and a lot of “you can see it coming” turns that make the emotion feel more dutiful than earned. If you’re allergic to corny dialogue, convenient character shifts, or movies that coast on charm instead of sharp writing, this will test your patience. Still, if you just want an easy, inoffensive comfort watch and you enjoy these two leads together, it has a pleasant, low-effort appeal.