Good Advice

Starring: Charlie Sheen, Denise Richards, Angie Harmon, Jon Lovitz
Directed by: Steve Rash
Genre: Comedy
Rating: R
2001

Times Seen:
Tim: 1

Summary: A wealthy stockbroker (Charlie Sheen) invests all his savings... and the money of his clients in what turns out to be a phony tip. All the money is lost. After he is fired, his girlfriend (Denise Richards) leaves her advice column job, and flies to Brazil. In an effort to obtain a paycheck, the stockbroker begins writing his ex's column, being careful not to attract any attention from her tough boss (Angie Harmon). As the column picks up in popularity and the boss and stockbroker begin falling for each other, a single slip up could ruin everything for everyone involved.

Review:

Tim: How is it that sometimes movies that look so bad actually turn out to be pretty good? I watched this film, determined it would be a horrible film. Surprisingly, I actually really, really liked it. The plot, though ridiculous and full of holes, does move along nicely. It is interesting, engaging, and a good bit entertaining.

Charlie Sheen is very good in this film, as is the always funny Jon Lovitz. I was surprised at how terrible Denise Richards was throughout this film. Every scene with her in it was terrible. When she leaves partway through the movie (unfortunately returning at the end), the film immediately gets better. That's when Angie Harmon steps in and completely takes over the film. Her and Sheen have an incredible amount of chemistry, but she doesn't even need to rely on him. Harmon sparkles in every scene she's in, and gives a charismatic and wonderful performance.

Good Advice is actually a really good movie. Sheen and Harmon shine together and Lovitz plays his typical and funny role wonderfully. Watch for the scene about Enim-art. It is absolutely hilarious. I was very surprised by how good this movie was. I'll give you some good advice- see this movie.

Rating 1-10
Tim's Rating- 7.5


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