Customer Reviews

She's the One

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As one who is usually unable to watch romantic comedies because of the prevalence of slapstick, bad dialogue, absence of character development, overused mistaken identities, and inane story lines, I laughed my ass off at the two adult Irish-American brothers, their dad, and the women in their lives. The dialogue is at times witty, ribald, and/or sarcastic; the character development is superb; the humor is understated.

Edward Burns, who wrote and directed the movie, plays the role of the most likable world-wise brother, Mickey. Mike McGlone plays his brother, Francis.

John Mahoney plays the narrow-minded, family-dominating father, who has only a superficial understanding of the other family members. Typical of the father's unsolicited advice to his two grown sons is that whether or not one believes in God, he should respect the Church and be a good Catholic.

The two female leads are Cameron Diaz playing Heather, and Jennifer Aniston playing Reneé. The excellent acting gives credibility to all of the characters.

Viewers who are expecting torrid love scenes, pie-in-the-face humor, or gratuitous violence will be disappointed. On the other hand, those who can appreciate being given a glimpse into a mirror that reflects our foibles and unrealistic expectations, will see the movie as a gem.

Really hope this guy will have the chance to make more movies. I mean, writing, directing and playing in something this beautiful! Wow! Just loved it. Everything was just right in this one.
Keep 'm coming Mr. Burns! - In the meantime I've watched almost all Edward Burns his movies. They are just fabulous!!

Some might think of this as a "chick flick," but my boyfriend actually suggested that I get this movie! It was GREAT -- lots of romance, lots of breakups, and lots of jokes -- great for both men and women! Enjoy!

I had a hard time finding this movie since so many places don't stock DVD's anymore - this was easy, came in a few days, in great shape - I was able to enjoy it about as quick as I get a Netflix item.

I saw this before "the Brothers McMullen", and thought this movie was great. Eddie Burns is great with visual narrative, and this Main-stream version of "The Brothers McMullen" turns out really great. I really like the story, and how the multiple stories were related directly and in message together.

I also loved how it ended, and did not have a "sunset" Hollywood ending. A great romantic comedy that seemed to be about real people. This is not the more modern romantic comedy with strange characters that are hard to relate too and seem unreal.

Eddie is an Indie guy, but this Studio version of his store does not take too many great bounds from the themes of "The Brothers McMullen". It simply beefs up the cast and makes the characters and story more "Hollywood" (easier to understand off the bat).

Overall a great movie, and a worthy of watching, it's pretty clear what you are getting into.

The DVD arrived quickly and in good condition. I haven't had any problems playing it.