I Like It Like That
Seen it?1994 | 104 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (89% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 44 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
After her husband is arrested for looting, Lisette struggles for independence while dealing with her transgender sibling, her critical mother-in-law and assorted neighborhood eccentrics.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
89% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$2 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 46K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Darnell Martin
- Luna Lauren VélezLisette Linares
- Jon SedaChino Linares
- Tomas MellyLi'l Chino Linares
- Desiree CasadoMinnie Linares
- Isaiah GarciaPee Wee Linares
- Jesse BorregoAlexis
- Lisa VidalMagdalena Soto
- Griffin DunneStephen Price
- Rita MorenoRosaria Linares
- Vincent LarescaAngel