Quotes
Nick:
We can't stay here forever, PAT.
Pat:
Why not? Haven't I given you everything you've needed?
Ben:
We need fresh air and exercise.
Pat:
But I can give you sythetic air, and virtual exercise.
Ben:
What about school?
Pat:
Haven't you heard of home schooling?
Ben:
Yes, but not where the home is the one doing the schooling.
Nick:
What about friends? Kids can't survive without friends.
Pat:
Oh, well we can be each other's best friends.
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Soundtracks
"C'est La Vie"
Performed by
B*Witched
Written by
Edele Lynch,
Keavy Lynch,
Lindsay Armaou (as Lindsay Armou),
Sinéad O'Carroll (as Sinead O'Carrol),
Ray Hedges,
Martin Brannigan and
Tracy Ackerman
Published by Sugarfree Music/Buck's Music, Chrysalis Music (ASCAP), BMG Songs, Inc. (ASCAP) d/b/o 19 Music Ltd.,
Polygram Music Publishing, Inc.
B*Witched provided courtesy of Sony Music (UK) Limited
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Nick Cooper (Kevin Kilner) is a widower trying to raise two children, Ryan and Katie. Ryan, who misses his real mother very much, has a head for computers. When a contest is announced for a family to win a computer controlled house, Ryan secretly enters his family. They win! Nick is a bit reluctant to make the move until he gets a look at the home's attractive designer, Sara. Deciding to give it a whirl, Nick, Ryan and Katie begin living in the "smart" house. What could go wrong? Plenty.
This movie falls into the realm of good, clean fun. The house "talks", with a voice brought to life by Katey Sagal; consider her a kinder, gentler "big brother". The children are charming and intriguing while the film contains a romance, which should please the adult viewers. Families searching for nice films for a wintery Saturday night at home should consider this one. It is a guaranteed crowd pleaser.