Refreshingly unique

Rating: 9/10 (16 September 2006)

Much has been said by other reviewers about the metaphorical aspects of this well written and acted film, so I won't waste time rehashing all that. Basically Bill Muray's character is forced into introspection and growth because the only element of his existence he is able to permanently change is himself. Murray is pretty good at this type of metamorphosis (see "Scrooged"). While placing characters in situations that encourage or stimulate personal growth is common movie fare, the way it is accomplished here is really unique. In a world of so many copy-cat stories and variations on a theme this movie is brilliantly original. Oh yeah, the "I got you, babe" every morning as an indication we're still on groundhog day is priceless.