Something's Gotta Give
Product Type: DVD
Product Price: $14.94
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures
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Description
An aging playboy dating a much younger woman falls for her mother.
As upscale sitcoms go, Something's Gotta Give has more to offer than most romantic comedies. Obviously working through some semi-autobiographical issues regarding "women of a certain age," writer-director Nancy Meyers brings adequate credibility and above-average intelligence to what is essentially (but not exclusively) a fantasy premise, in which an aging lothario who's always dated younger women (Jack Nicholson, more or less playing himself) falls for a successful middle-aged playwright (Diane Keaton) who's convinced she's past the age of romance, much less sexual re-awakening. As long as old pals Nicholson and Keaton are on screen discussing their dilemma or discovering their mutual desire, Something's Gotta Give is terrific, proving (in case anyone had forgotten) that Hollywood can and should aim for an older demographic. Myers falls short with the sitcom device of a younger lover (Keanu Reeves) who wants Keaton as much as Nicholson does; it's believable but shallow and too easily dismissed. Myers also skimps on supporting roles for Frances McDormand, Amanda Peet, and Jon Favreau, but thankfully this is one romantic comedy that doesn't pander to youth. Mature viewers, rejoice! --Jeff Shannon
Reviews
Rating: 1 / 5
Date: 2010-07-29
Summary: "Could not play the DVD because region was not set for USA"
When I got the DVD it would not play on my DVD player because it was set up for a region 2 or 5 instead of 1 for the USA. When I complained a full refund of $6.37 was offered if I would send the item back. Thinking that buying the envelope and postage would probably be more then the refund I decided not to bother or to purchase any other DVDs from this company.
Rating: 4 / 5
Date: 2010-06-05
Summary: "very nice"
Just a great love story and comedy. Those of us over 55yrs can certainly appreciate this movie. Just sit down on the sofa with your wife, fiance, or girlfriend and enjoy. Guaranteed tear jerker for the women.
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-05-07
Summary: "Nicely Done"
Fun film, beautifully shot ("the fabulous two story living room), not surprising since Nancy Meyers has an eye for style and color. Well cast, story only has a few flaws, but easy to overlook. Excellent soundtrack too!
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-03-19
Summary: "One of the best FEEL GOOD movies."
This movie makes you feel good about life after you watch it. I never truly appreciated jack nicholson as an actor after I watched this movie. He is a great actor.
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-03-04
Summary: "Favorite Movie"
I have not yet opened the package, but as it is suppose to be new, I cannot image any problems. This is my Favorite movie and I wanted a copy for my collection.