A good comfort movie about Nick, a womanizing ad executive who, following a freak accident, mysteriously gains the ability to hear women’s secret thoughts. A very simple premise expertly executed. The script by the writing team of Josh Goldsmith and Cathy Yuspa (13 Going on 30) is sharp and lean. The duo have a talent for infusing silly concept movies with charm and wit. Combined with the inspired casting of Mel Gibson in the lead opposite Helen Hunt as Nick’s professional nemesis/new boss Darcy the dialog and situational comedy provide some good payoffs. This is not a perfect film however, the inclusion of a side-love interest played by Marisa Tomei distracts from the main drive of the story and consumes too much time on screen without giving much back.

Taken as a whole, this is worth seeing. It’s a fun movie and plays the gender battles for laughs but isn’t without it thoughtful moments. To put it simply, if you enjoyed 13 Going on 30 then you will most likely enjoy this film. Note, since the main character is a womanizer and sexual activity is a key component of his life, sexuality is often at the forefront of the story. Viewers sensitive to sexual language and nudity may want to employ some caution.


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