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Pop Culture Happy Hour · June 9, 2026 · 22m

Office Romance

The Pop Culture Happy Hour team reviews Netflix's Office Romance, starring Jennifer Lopez as a CEO who falls for her employee (Brett Goldstein). They discuss whether the on-screen chemistry works, how it fits into Lopez's rom-com history, and Goldstein's transition from 'Ted Lasso' star to romantic lead and co-writer.

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Highlights

The premise: a CEO falls for her employee
Office Romance stars Jennifer Lopez as a CEO who develops feelings for her subordinate (Brett Goldstein), exploring the hazards of an office romance where power dynamics are reversed.
On-screen chemistry between Lopez and Goldstein
The hosts debate whether Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein have convincing romantic chemistry, a crucial element for any rom-com.
J.Lo's rom-com legacy
The discussion places Office Romance within Jennifer Lopez's broader romantic comedy career, comparing it to her classics and recent efforts.
Brett Goldstein's writing and acting shift
Goldstein co-wrote the film with Joe Kelly, marking a move from his Ted Lasso acting prominence to a dual creative role in a romantic comedy.
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