Consistent with rom-com protocol, her Irish wish is realized.
AndAnyone but Youhas surprised rom-com experts.
Its numbers are impressive 2.8 billion hashtag views onTikTokand a worldwidebox office that has surpassed $200 million.

“Irish Wish,” left, and “Anyone but You"Netflix/Sony
The data reminds some of a throwback to theBridget Jonescycle.
But a case could be made that they now emerge as a positive social resource now.
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The Gen Z-ers need prods of positivity, observes one psychologist.

Something is required to conquer the glum mood.
As a result, most app companies are busily laying off their matchmakers.
There is zero advantage in the western world for a young man to get married, argues one writer.
The skepticism on marriage contrasts with what are relatively healthy economic circumstances, theWall Street Journalargues this week.
Gen Z workers are entering the labor market during a historically strong stretch.
The signals of decline in dating apps underscore this pessimism, analysts suggest.
TikTok also isenmeshed in political warfaregiven charges that its content is manipulated by the Chinese government.
Its set at an Ireland location that seems remarkably warm and sunny.
A rival suddenly intrudes on the scene, and his aggressive attitude sets off Maddies suspicions.
Lindsay Lohanis apt casting for Maddie, having starred in movies likeMean GirlsandFreaky Friday.
Her assorted addictions and romances led to a documentary series titledLindsay, featuring Oprah Winfrey as her guide.
Maddie ends up with a better career and a better guy.
Viewers come away with a positive attitude, unusual among Gen Zs.
Even the random sociologists and psychologists can breathe easier, for the moment.