UMVA has learned that a brand-new romantic comedy, Voicemails for Isabelle, has just landed on Netflix, and it's making waves in the genre.
This charming film stars Zoey Deutch, who's rapidly becoming the go-to actress for rom-coms, thanks to her impressive track record of winning performances in movies like Set It Up and Something From Tiffany's.
Voicemails for Isabelle shares DNA with the classic rom-com You've Got Mail, with a unique twist: a young woman's hilariously confessional voicemails to her late sister are unknowingly redirected to a stranger, who begins to fall in love from afar.
The movie follows Jill, played by Deutch, and her little sister Isabelle, who have always been best buddies. As they grew up, Jill kept Isabelle entertained with juicy voicemails about her romantic failures, allowing her sister to live vicariously through her love life, since Isabelle has cystic fibrosis.
As the story unfolds, Jill's voicemails take an unexpected turn, landing in the hands of a hot, lonely stranger called Wes, played by Nick Robinson. Listening to the messages, Wes falls for Jill and vows to track her down, setting off a chain of events that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Critics are raving about Voicemails for Isabelle, with many predicting it has the potential to be one of the great romantic comedies of 2026. With its sharp observations about modern dating and a dash of original promise, this film is sure to captivate audiences.
Zoey Deutch continues to reign as Gen Z's rom-com queen, bringing her lovably messy, girl-next-door charisma to the screen. While she may not be the new Meg Ryan just yet, she's definitely holding her own in the genre.
The chemistry between Deutch and Robinson is passable, but the real magic happens when the film tackles the complexities of modern dating in an age where break-ups seem suspiciously filtered through technology.
With Voicemails for Isabelle, Netflix is continuing its streak of delivering top-notch romantic comedies, following hot on the heels of Office Romance and People We Meet on Vacation. If you're a fan of the genre, this movie is a must-watch.
