The message is the film.

Rating: 7/10 (13 November 2007)

For me Sandler films are normally a bit like playing heads or tails. I like it or really don't. This one makes the former list. I became apparent quite early that the message the film wants to get across is the main plot of the film. The script however deals with it in a novel, interesting and innovative way which other films dealing with the subject don't all do. Sandler is more subdued than usual and proves again he can act other roles with aplomb. Walken is superb, as is Beckinsale. Funny, this afternoon I saw her dad in a rerun of a 'Porridge' episode and he was class too. This film is funny and serious, it allows for balanced viewing of gags and life's more tragic moments. The main thing that stops me from rating it higher is its predictability. Good show though!!