Review: Solo Mio (2026)

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By Mark Krawczyk

​Recently I went to a “Mystery Movie” at our local theater. I was guessing the movie would be a large studio release. I did not expect it to be Angel Studios’ Solo Mio from directors Charles and Daniel Kinnane. As the lights dimmed, I was certain that I was in for a long night but when the credits rolled I was pleasantly surprised. Solo Mio is about a man named Matt Taylor who is left at the altar in Italy. Having already paid for his honeymoon and not wanting to let the money go to waste, Matt decides to do the activities intended for couples by himself. Along the way, he meets a pair of couples who help him see the different facets of married life. His heartbreak is interrupted when he meets a cafe owner named Mia, who helps him see the beauty of Italy and of himself. Matt realizes that the pain he was feeling was just the first step in a climb to something better.

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Solo Mio is a romantic comedy with heart, humor, and a lot of charm. It checks off every box of a standard romantic comedy but does it in such a way that you do not mind the journey. I appreciate the fact that it handles the complications of love and relationships without getting too heavy. The two couples who befriend Matt are two sides of the marriage coin. Meghan and Julian are the rocky couple who seem to make it work even with the constant arguments they have. Donna and Neil seem to have less conflict, but that could be due to the unconventional dynamic the two had with each other before they were married. Through them, Matt can see what could have possibly been avoided. At the same time, they help him realize the flaws in his relationship with his fiance. Neil and Julian reminded me of the angel and devil characters you would see pop up on the shoulders of an animated character. Each presents a different option that is left up to Matt’s conscience to choose. Matt is a lovable character portrayed by Kevin James. I am not used to seeing James in a straight role like this. Usually, he is the comic relief. He brings us a sympathetic character that we can relate to. He has you pulling for him every step of the way. You also feel his reluctance with the feelings he begins to have for Mia. Mia is played by Nicole Grimaudo with warmth and charm. Grimaudo brings a wonderful energy to Gia. She is immediately likable and a delight in every scene. The supporting cast all do well in their roles, though they are one-note characters.

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The cinematography was beautiful. It helped make the locations feel like another character in the story. There are also a couple surprise cameos, which were a nice touch. There are a number of moments where Solo Mio plays things too safe, missing opportunities to dive deeper into the challenges of moving on from loss. Also the speed at which things developed seemed a little too quick in comparison to similar situations in real life. I did appreciate the different type of twist to the predicted emotional wedge that comes between Gia and Matt.  
I normally do not watch romantic comedies, but I am glad I saw Solo Mio. It was a breezy watch that was a refreshing change. The relatable characters brought to life by the solid performances keep things entertaining. If I had fun, fans of the genre will surely enjoy Solo Mio.
3.5 out of 5 stubs.