Greenes Please don't spend money on this.

Matialth Good concept, poorly executed.

Siflutter It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

Cheryl A clunky actioner with a handful of cool moments.

callanvass Flippant television producer, Taylor Mendon (Broderick) has a knack for heavy drinking, drug abuse, and excessive gambling. After starting to turn his life around, his dull lifestyle leads him to gambling on horses, causing his wife (Tierney) to be exasperated at his actions. When he finds out his twenty-year old Niece Amanda (Snow) has a job as a hooker in Las Vegas he promises to send Amanda to rehab, and promises his wife he won't gamble. Unfortunately for Taylor, things don't go exactly as plannedThis is a very minor film that doesn't amount to much in the scheme of things. The script is nowhere near strong enough to ascend like it wants to. That being said, I definitely had a decent time with this movie. The acting is as consummate as you're going to find. It's one of Broderick's quirky projects he made around this time. I'm sure he is set for life with the money he's made, and doesn't exactly need to be a top star these days. This is the type of movie that won't appeal to everyone. For the people who love blockbusters, you'll probably be bored silly. Those that appreciate an above average character study should find at least a fair amount to like here. I would especially recommend this movie to addicts of any kind. Many people have had drug and alcohol issues, especially with gambling. On the downside of things, this movie isn't able to harness the immense potential it has. The relationship between Taylor and Amanda wasn't explored enough for my liking. It all felt cold to me. Matthew Broderick is far too hypocritical to be sympathetic. His pretentious demeanor will have a lot of people indifferent or annoyed at him. Broderick himself is solid as usual in a monotonous sort of way. In my opinion it's Brittany Snow that steals the show here. She is poised for her age and mature beyond her years. Despite having to contend with a disappointing script, she gives it her all. Her energy and charisma was a lot of fun to watch. Maura Tierney is solid as the wife, but doesn't have that much to do but play a frustrated wife. I'd like to have seen more depth from her character. All my criticism aside, this is a good time-waster. I just wish the characters were a tad easier to relate to. I didn't think they went as far as they could have, but oh well. It's worth a look6.3/10

dcw-12 This film that takes the mickey out of the depravity in Las Vegas ends up making $50,000 its opening weekend and no movie theater companies take it. I'm not big on conspiracy theories but you figure it out. There was a time when Hollywood films weaved in human themes with the entertainment and this film hearkens back to those days. Wow I made the film sound incredibly boring but the opposite is true. When the very human and flawed characters resonate then things in the film become much sweeter.The scenes between the Casino boss and Matthew Broderick are especially well done and funny. Not fall down funny but very skillfully written and acted. Also unexpected events pop out of nowhere in the film and keep you on your feet and things interesting. And they didn't need barnyard animals wandering around a hotel room to achieve that effect.Just a very skillfully created and acted comedy/drama that just might change a few peoples opinions on a few things.Very sweet film.

bfm_1017 I must be an old fashioned fool. I watched this movie with my wife on DISH Network, and thought it would have a different ending. I thought Amanda and Taylor would walk together into rehab. I also thought Taylor would womp Amanda's idiot and abusive boyfriend with his broken hand. What was I thinking? A real hooker would never be the same, as described in the movie. Anyone who was raped would of course be a troubled person. I kept wondering why Taylor didn't immediately report this crime to the authorities back home. I also wondered how Taylor could take that in stride.So I should have seen the lousy ending coming. My wife did. Very disappointed, I guess, considering the subject matter. Guess I better stick with Turner Classic movies for the happy endings, or Disney. I couldn't wait to delete this movie from my DVR.

marc-rosenberg You can't not like Matthew Broderick, no matter how despicable his behavior is. One of my favorite American actors ("Election", "You Can Count On Me", etc). He always commits and is always believable. Brittiny Snow is a face you recognize but it's hard to place. She's wonderful and I'll always remember her now. The other actors are used economically and help move the plot, but the focus is certainly on the relationship between Broaderick and Snow. With Las Vegas as the backdrop there's plenty to look at and appreciate. The story is surprising without being too contrived. A quirky, very entertaining film. It's not a big screen release, and because of the content will die a slow death on cable.