Download -18 - The Love Machine -2016- Unrated ... -

I must admit, I went into "The Love Machine" with fairly low expectations, and unfortunately, the film did little to surprise me. This unrated, presumably "edgy" take on modern dating feels more like a lazy, formulaic attempt at capturing the attention of a younger audience.

Perhaps the biggest disappointment is the wasted potential. With a premise that could have explored the darker side of modern dating and the objectification of women, "The Love Machine" instead settles for shallow, titillating humor that quickly grows tiresome.

The dialogue feels forced, with characters spouting off clichéd one-liners that are meant to be humorous but fall flat. The chemistry between the leads is nonexistent, making their romance feel like a chore to watch.

Unless you're a die-hard fan of shallow, unoriginal romantic comedies, there's little reason to watch "The Love Machine." Even then, you might find yourself checking your phone halfway through.

The plot, if you can call it that, revolves around a successful radio host (played by an actor who seems to be trying out a Robert De Niro impression) who uses his on-air persona to seduce women, only to find himself falling for a free-spirited artist (think "quirky" with a capital Q). What ensues is a predictable, cringeworthy romance that tries to pass off its lack of depth as "raw" and "honest."