Soderbergh at his most relaxed

Rating: Null/10 (13 February 2002)

Don't go into this movie or rent it when it comes out on video expecting to see Soderbergh displaying his signature style, you're not going to get anything like The Limey or Traffic with this one, what you will get is pure entertainment, a lively, generous cast and lots of cool flash.
Suspend your hopes though, if you're a Julia Roberts or Elliott Gould or Bernie Mac fan, of seeing any of these folks for very long, their roles are frustratingly small, notably Elliott Gould's, whose formidable presence is still undeniable so he stands out with ease and you have to be doing something right when you can outshine even Clooney, Pitt, et al. My only complaint was we couldn't see more of him!
Speaking of other greats, Carl Reiner is someone to see in this movie as well, he had me rooting for him from the very beginning. I was impressed with Brad Pitt who grows as an actor with each role he undertakes, granted, he GETS the best roles but at least he does it up right each time.
Enjoy it for what it's worth.