Review of The Dilemma (2011) by Vernon — 04 Feb 2011
I have mixed feelings about this movie. It could have easily taken the cheap way out as with so many other comedies these days with crass sophomoric humor to illicit approval from the audience. Instead it went for a more mature approach with comedy as an afterthought.
Unfortunately it came up short in terms of resonating with me. Vince Vaughan did an admirable job as an individual tortured by being unsure as to what is the right thing to do. I disagree that this was his typical role.
Not far removed but more of a stretch than I have seen in the past. Jennifer Connelly was fine as was Winona Ryder. Interesting to see Winona in a few movies lately. Kevin James does not yet allow me to think of him as a character other than Kevin James.
Who knows if that will ever change. Bottom line is a B+ for effort but a C+ for execution.
This review of The Dilemma (2011) was written by Vernon on 04 Feb 2011.
The Dilemma has generally received mixed reviews.
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