A Romantic Comedy that grips you from beginning to end!

Rating: 9/10 (20 June 2006)

'As Good As It Gets' excelled in every possible way. The plot doesn't drive the characters, on the contrary, the characters drive the plot. Every thing that happens in the movie is because of the characters, and only the characters. Jack Nicholson is outstanding in his most perplexing role he has had to play up to date(a well deserved Oscar). Even tough his character is uncouth and eerie, his performance and vive he gives to his character makes him very likable. Helen Hunt, as well, is a delight to see in her Oscar winning performance. When she could have been annoying, sentimental, and rude, she was lovely and genuine. Hands up to Greg Kinnear! His performance made you like, care, and feel for his character, Simon. He doesn't overdo the emotions and reactions coming from a gay artist, but stays on the line. Finally, I'm not surprised at James L. Brooks' work. He is constant in his work and zesty films. I like that all his movies are always very real and white. 'As Good As It Gets' is one of the best films ever made.