pure imagination

Rating: 9/10 (11 November 1999)

This is probably the most imaginative film to come out since Fargo. It reminded me of a live action Wallace and Grommit cartoon, which also seem blissfully unfettered by reality when constructing a story line. Cusak has always been one of my favorite actors, and he is great here. Cameron Diaz once again proves she's more than just a pretty face (and great body and terrific legs), and, well John Malkovich deserves a Supporting Actor nomination. The only annoying thing is that Catherine Keener is one of those actresses who doesn't mind nude scenes as long as she's not exactly naked, so you have a couple of Austin Power type scenes where she's covered by absurdly strategically placed sheets or pillows. But that's quibbling--if you like movies that aren't made by a cookie cutter, you'll love this film.