Still Eggplant

I went into this movie without a whole lot of expectations. I wanted it to be really good. I like John Cusack. And I absolutely love Billy Bob Thornton (though I have to say I never saw the connection between him and Angelina Jolie, but anyway . . .). Connie Nielson is quite beautiful. And I remembered her from Gladiator.

Well, the next day someone asked me what I’d seen the night before. I couldn’t remember at first. It’s definitely not a movie that’s going to stick with you for a while. It’s well made. It’s fun and funny. It’s got some great sight gags. It’s got some decent acting. And it’s got a great mood. But there’s not a lot of there, there. So, don’t go in to see this one thinking it’s going to be as good as it looks like it could be. The trailer gives away half the gags, anyway. Lower your expectations and you’ll enjoy. It’s not a bad way to spend your money. Just don’t expect a huge return on your investment.