A funny and touching crowd pleaser

Rating: 7/10 (13 February 2008)

At this point in his career, Adam Sandler has proved to the American audience that he can star in films without his character being mentally challenged or handicapped in some way, as in Little Nicky or The Waterboy. Had this been realized earlier, we may not have been subjected to those flaming bags of trash.
But 'Click' is quite possibly the most pleasant surprise of 2006. The premise is not particularly inspiring. Sandler is Michael, a hard-working man who is trying to get promoted to a partner position in his architectural company. This is much to the dismay of his wife (Kate Beckinsale) and his two children, who believe Michael no longer have time for them. In search of a universal remote control for his TV, stereo, fan, etc., Michael wanders into the 'Beyond' section of a Bed, Bath, and Beyond store. He finds Morty, played by the always entertaining Christopher Walken, who gives him a universal remote control. After taking it home, Michael soon discovers that it is literally a 'universal' remote control. He can pause moments in his life, fast forward through the fights and work, and relive past memories.
With this premise in mind, most people would surely think this film will be funny occasionally, but in the end it will be predictable and sappy, and lessons will be forced on us that we've already heard a million times before. 'Click' is often very funny, even hilarious. But the last thing 'Click' should be referred to is predictable.
'Click' often bounces back and forth between funny and moving, which is not always a bad thing. In this case, it creates a very good balance that will keep you entertained for the duration of the film. It is sure to tickle your senses the way 'It's A Wonderful Life' did, the film 'Click' is loosely based off of. Being touched by an Adam Sandler film is a brand new experience, but nevertheless, it is more than welcome.