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The Art of Us

2017

90 minutes

Director

K.T. Donaldson

Cast

Taylor Cole

Steve Lund

Brenda Crichlow

Description

Dr. Harper Higgins, an art history professor at the Cambridge Institute of Fine Arts, is determined to secure a tenured position by curating a major art exhibition. When her showcase artist cancels, she turns to her new dog walker, Tom Becker, who is an untrained but talented painter. Harper convinces Tom to showcase his art, leading to unexpected challenges and a blossoming romance.

Professions

Art History Professor

Artist

Gallery Owner

Settings & Cities

Boston, Massachusetts

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Boston, Massachusetts

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Review

The Art of Us—When Paintings, Chemistry, and Awkward Small Talk Collide

If you’ve ever wondered, “What if my love life was like a painting—full of messy strokes, unexpected colors, and one awkward art show?” then The Art of Us is your masterpiece of a movie. This Hallmark Channel movie brings together romance, art, and enough awkward moments to make even Bob Ross raise an eyebrow and say, “Happy little accidents.”

Meet Lindsay, a high-strung art gallery curator whose biggest problem is probably her coffee addiction and the need for perfect organization. She’s passionate about art, yes, but she’s also got the charm of a person who’s never seen an unorganized paintbrush—and that’s what makes her lovable... eventually. Then there’s Ben, the artistic but charming guy who, for some reason, is probably wearing a scarf that looks way too sophisticated for him. He’s a painter with an attitude and a mysterious past—and his art style is so abstract, it could be interpreted as a metaphor for his love life (spoiler: it’s complicated).

As the love story unfolds, you can practically see the Hallmark movie magic happening—because of course, these two opposites attract. Lindsay, the woman who thinks paintings should be kept neat and tidy, starts to fall for Ben, the guy who believes art is all about splashes of emotion and unpredictable chaos. They clash. They paint over each other’s work. They share a passionate argument about the use of color (because this is Hallmark, and of course, art is personal). And just when you think the romance is heading for a predictable conclusion, there’s a surprise art exhibition that makes you wonder if Lindsay will finally realize that love is less about coloring inside the lines and more about letting go.

It’s not just about art, though—it’s also about career struggles, life goals, and, you guessed it, awkward interactions at every turn. Lindsay’s misunderstandings with Ben are as artfully crafted as a mismatch of paint colors. But no worries—this is Hallmark Channel movies, so we know they’ll work it out after a few heartfelt confessions over some very overpriced coffee. It’s predictable, it’s charming, and yes, it’s full of those swoon-worthy moments when you’re just waiting for them to kiss in front of a masterpiece (obviously).

The best part of this Hallmark movie isn’t the romance—it’s the art scene that plays out like a turbulent love affair with the canvas. If nothing else, it’ll make you want to buy a canvas and attempt a paint-and-sip session—and maybe even find your own Ben (or at least someone who appreciates your abstract art).

In true Hallmark Channel fashion, The Art of Us delivers everything you expect from a feel-good romance: quirky characters, a confusing yet endearing love triangle (there’s always someone else, right?), and a happy ending that’s as inevitable as a selfie at an art gallery. So, grab your paintbrushes, your favorite cozy blanket, and settle in for a movie that proves love is a work of art... even if it’s a bit messy sometimes.

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