Jennifer Lopez has returned to the romantic comedy genre that helped make her a Hollywood star, but her latest Netflix release is receiving a mixed response from critics.
The new film, Office Romance, follows Jackie Cruz, a powerful airline executive played by Lopez, who becomes involved in a complicated workplace relationship with the company’s lawyer, portrayed by Brett Goldstein.
Set against a backdrop of corporate challenges and growing romantic tension, the film attempts to blend workplace drama with classic romantic comedy elements. However, many reviewers argue that the story relies too heavily on familiar genre formulas.
Critics have pointed to what they describe as a lack of originality in the screenplay, suggesting the film offers few surprises and follows a predictable narrative path. Several reviews have also questioned the chemistry between Lopez and Goldstein, arguing that their on-screen relationship never fully develops the emotional connection audiences expect from a romantic comedy.
Others have criticized the dialogue and pacing, saying the story struggles to maintain momentum and fails to deliver memorable romantic moments. Some reviewers also noted that parts of the film’s humor feel exaggerated and occasionally distract from the central storyline.
Despite the criticism, Office Romance arrives with significant expectations due to Lopez’s long history of success in romantic comedies. Over the years, she has become one of the genre’s most recognizable stars, appearing in popular films that helped define modern rom-coms.
While audiences will ultimately decide the film’s long-term success on Netflix, early critical reactions suggest that Office Romance has not generated the enthusiasm many expected from Lopez’s return to one of her signature genres.