If nothing watch this movie for the sheer fun of it. Meg Ryan as always is enchanting, Tim Robbins is his usual charming self, and Walter Matthau is a treat as Mr. E=mc^2 himself, Albert Einstein. Intelligent and funny with fine performances all around, don't look for the next great film in I.Q., but do have some genuine fun.
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Roxanne
(1987)
Funny, romantic, beautiful... who would have thought?
13 May 1999
Steve Martin's genius as a comic actor has never been in doubt. But once in a while even a genius does something astounding. For Martin it is "Roxanne". Possibly THE funniest movie that I have ever seen, not to mention passionately romantic, it also does something that so few movies are able to do today... it stays intelligent despite the humor. In today's Hollywood so many comedies fall into the trap of deplorable slapstick and gratuitous cussing, "Roxanne" succeeds in entertaining us through colorful characters, enchanting surprises, and witty intelligent dialogue. Where have movies like this gone to? Where were they to begin with? A rare jewel in the sands of Hollywood, see this movie like your life depends on it (tip to the wise: take a date). Pay special attention to the character of Andy, he is a special treat throughout the film. Also look for a VERY young Damon Wayans. The treats abound.
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