Well worth seeing.

Rating: Null/10 (8 January 1999)

The film is quirky and funny, but it's much deeper on an intellectual level, if that's what you're into. The portrayal of California as the final outpost of the mythic American West is subtle but definitely present. "Dude" (Jeff Bridges) and his pathetic loser friends are quite content with their pathetic lives, and make no excuses as they feel none are necessary. This symbolizes the freedom represented by the American West, and the promise of the frontier. Aside from this, however, it's very funny, particularly in the use of film angles and perspectives. "Dude" (note the Western allusion) is suddenly embroiled in a case of mistaken identity, a kidnapped millionaire's teenage second wife, and his efforts to remain calm in the ensuing mayhem in which he finds himself. It is well written, and well worth seeing, especially with a few beers, and a few friends.