David(oconnell) shys away from popping the question after sarah (wilson) pressures him. David enters the single scene still searching for his love at first sight. Studio: Sony Pictures Home Ent Release Date: 02/28/2006 Starring: Jerry Oconnell Ryan Reynolds Run time: 88 minutes Rating: R Director: Walt Becker
This generic sex comedy--about a guy who can't decide whether or not to marry his girlfriend because he's still obsessed with a girl he saw in an airport when he was a teenager--really has only one thing to recommend it: Ryan Reynolds (
). Reynolds plays the main character's horndog friend who becomes convinced he's gay, and while much of his material is of dubious taste and quality, Reynolds has a mixture of ironic detachment and actor commitment that makes the most of his role. Everyone else--Jerry O'Connell (as the obsessed guy), Bridgette L. Wilson (as his understandably frustrated girlfriend), Ron Livingston, Bill Bellamy, and Alyssa Milano--have their moments, but the script doesn't offer them much to work with. When it isn't drowning in clichés about men and women, it's trying way too hard to be "over the top."
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where's the beef ?, November 12, 2008
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Chad Duelingthis is a good screwball type of movie to watch. great actor's and actresses alike. especially the COW !
Ryan Renyolds' BARE BOTTOM FUN, September 21, 2008
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Cornelius G. Kelly (Albuquerque)
Yes, you do see Ryan's bottom but that's not the only reason to buy this DVD. He is also the funniest character and at one point confesses to himself in a mirror that he's gay. A light hearted romp with Reynolds.
milk it for all it's worth!, June 18, 2008
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Angel (L.A.)
I rent alot of movies...and I get disappointed alot too. I wasn't expecting much when I found this movie and rented it...but I found a gem! Just the cast alone is worth getting this movie - I thought they were all great and fit their roles. Everyone of them made me laugh at some point...but Ryan Reynold's was hysterical to me! He rocked! Even if the plot wasn't the greatest...Ryan's role in the film alone is worth watching. I am a hopeless romantic, though, so I liked the whole story and it's definately going in my dvd collection. I was surprised I had never heard of it...but am so glad I found it. I told all my friends about it and would recommend it to anyone! It's not meant to change the world or win an oscar - but it made me feel good and I laughed more than I have in a while...it will do the same for you.
what more could you expect from a romantic comedy?, January 17, 2008
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anothersara (Wisconsin)
I'm pretty sure that anything classified as a romantic comedy is going to have cliches and a somewhat predictable ending, but this movie is FUNNY, to the point where even my guy friends love it. I'd say it's the Only You for the chick-flick haters. It's sad more people haven't ever heard of this movie! I really like Jerry O'Connell and Ryan Reynolds as comedians and I think they do a great job.
Taking the plunge - Biting The Bullet - Tying the Knot - Buying the Cow, January 6, 2007
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Nate (Brisbane, QLD AUSTRALIA)
This movie asks the question: "Why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free?" David (Jerry O'Connell) finds himself under increasing pressure to take the final plunge with his long time girlfriend (Bridgitte Wilson) after his best buddy Tyler becomes engaged. This news wreacks havoc on David's life as he tries to find the answer to the question the movie asks.
This movie is funny, very funny at times and also at times quite stupid, but it is good quality entertainment nonetheless. Ryan Reynolds steals the show unsurprisingly, as Mike, a freind to David and Tyler who is trying to figure out his own problems where he fits in in the world. A scene where he wakes up in a strangers bed after a hugely intoxicating night is absolutely hillarious...
I bought this movie because I am a fan of the young cast, especially Reynolds and also because it is directed by Walt Becker, the same guy who gave us Van Wilder. Fans of that movie will love this, as will all fans of Reynolds and Jerry O'Connell. Anyone else may find it to be 'not their kinda movie'.
