But the realities of adulthood eventually press in, so Matthew makes sure Kristin gets acquainted with all aspects of his life before the story-ending twist -- in this formula, such a turn-around is practically mandatory -- finally arrives. The upshot: enjoyable escapist fare for grown-ups.

The film contains implied nonmarital sexual activity, light banter and fleeting rough language. The Catholic News Service classification is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

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Jensen is a guest reviewer for Catholic News Service.

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CAPSULE REVIEW

"The Bounce Back" (Viva)

Pleasantly compact romance in which the author of a best-selling self-help book (Shemar Moore) and a therapist (Nadine Velazquez) clash over what she considers his pat answers to life's complicated dilemmas, their snappy exchange goes viral and they're launched on a nationwide media tour -- as well as a relationship. Director and co-writer Youssef Delara avoids life's uglier aspects, making this enjoyable escapist fare for grown-ups. Implied nonmarital sexual activity, light banter, fleeting rough language. The Catholic News Service classification is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

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CLASSIFICATION

"The Bounce Back" (Viva) -- Catholic News Service classification, A-III -- adults. Motion Picture Association of America rating, PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.