The Ugly Truth File

The crude, chauvinistic, and outspoken expert who believes all romance is just a cover for primal attraction. 4. Parental & Content Guide

The idea that you can curate a partner through specific behaviors, rather than accepting them as they are. The Ugly Truth

How has the "ugly truth" of dating changed since 2009 (e.g., dating apps vs. TV advice)? The crude, chauvinistic, and outspoken expert who believes

Brief glimpses of partial rear nudity (shower scene) and a scene where a character's body is covered only by computer-generated clouds. Alcohol/Smoking: Social drinking is shown. 5. Critical Discussion Points How has the "ugly truth" of dating changed since 2009 (e

The film suggests that to "land" a man, women must hide their true, complex personalities and conform to a "sexy but aloof" persona.

How do Abby and Mike change each other? Does Mike become less crude, or does Abby become more cynical?

A romantic, uptight television producer (Abby) is forced to team up with her station's chauvinistic, cynical new relationship expert (Mike) to boost ratings, only to find his cynical methods working in her own life.