Once again, PT Anderson continues to amaze and delight. This is a different kind of film than his previous "big" dramas, and is likely to be remembered as one of his more minor works. But if anything, it is a powerful demonstration of his true range, and a hint at the great works that are yet in his future.
SNL actor Adam Sandler, meanwhile, really doesn't have that much range himself. He is quite good when he's within his element though, apparently enough to garner Anderson's attention. Having seen potential for greatness in Sandler, Anderson has taken the extraordinary risk of handcrafting a film specifically to showcase this unique talent, revolving it around a role that absolutely no one else could pull off. The risk has paid off marvelously. This film shows Sandler at his quirky and lovable finest, extracting the best performance of his career (as Anderson's films invariably do!) while drawing us in with an odd - and oddly touching - romance. A delight to watch. 8/10.
SNL actor Adam Sandler, meanwhile, really doesn't have that much range himself. He is quite good when he's within his element though, apparently enough to garner Anderson's attention. Having seen potential for greatness in Sandler, Anderson has taken the extraordinary risk of handcrafting a film specifically to showcase this unique talent, revolving it around a role that absolutely no one else could pull off. The risk has paid off marvelously. This film shows Sandler at his quirky and lovable finest, extracting the best performance of his career (as Anderson's films invariably do!) while drawing us in with an odd - and oddly touching - romance. A delight to watch. 8/10.