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The Whole Nine Yards (2000)
Geesh, lighten up
First let me say that I had a thoroughly good time watching this movie. The characters that were supposed to be likable were and the ones that were supposed to be despicable were too. I know a lot of people will say that the plot was thin or the script was weak, but IT"S A COMEDY and it does a great job of being just that.
Amanda Peet steals the show in nearly every scene that she is in. The "Jack and Jill" star somehow manages to be beautiful and wacky and intelligent all at the same time. Bruce Willis continues to show that he can act in any genre, although I still think that this edgy comedy style (remember Moonlighting) is his best. Matthew Perry has an impeccable sense of comic timing and physical comedy. Here he shows that he is the "Friends" male most likely to break from the pack. Natasha Henstridge gives the most impressive performance that I have seen from her so far and, by the way, she is stone cold gorgeous.
Overall, this was the most enjoyable comedy I have seen this year. I loved the little twists and the romantic story was cute. It is certainly not the most important film of the new millennium, but it's not trying to be. It's trying to make you laugh and for me it succeeded just about every time. As I've said before, when you're watching a comedy like this, try to lighten up and enjoy the ride.
Lake Placid (1999)
A fun movie not to be taken too seriously
If you're looking for another Jaws, pass this one by. But if you're looking for a good time with a bunch of likable characters in a funny movie that will make you jump out of your seat a couple of times, then by all means, come on in. David E Kelley continues to impress with another story that doesn't make any apologies for being hilarious (and if you don't like it, take your popcorn and go home). It's a summer movie. Relax and enjoy it!
Magenta (1997)
Disjointed film that bounces between lame and brilliant
This movie has an interesting premise, an exciting and promising story, some good performances (not all of them), but either the direction or the editing falls just short. I'm not sure if it wants to be Lolita or just a titillating film but it fails to deliver as either one. Too bad because it has a beautiful cast. Could have been fun... wasn't