American Airlines Commercial but otherwise a good movie.

Rating: 7/10 (13 January 2010)

I rated this not as high as some people because i was a little annoyed at the constant American airlines plugs (as well as the Hilton) for this movie. I know that they got free stuff from them in exchange for advertising like for their production but still it's a little annoying. kind of reminds me of the Tom Hanks movie, Castaway which was a big Fedex commercial.
That aside, it was generally a good movie with an interesting message. Basically the message is if you have a no family or significant others than you have a no happiness and no life. Maybe that could be partly true but a lot of us out there just cannot find the right person so sue us if we are still alone with no family-
I wasn't clear on why vera farminga was nominated for awards on this film since her character was more of a minor character and while I like her as an actress in past films i don't see how her performance here is award worthy.
This is a timely film based on the recent economic downturn so I think it is a revalent film for many people who have actually gotten laid of and let go. It definitely makes you sit back and think about your own job and your loyalty and why you are doing it. I myself, am stuck in a 9-5 entertainment job which i would readily flush down the toilet if i was given a chance and if i was laid off i think i would probably celebrate.
so my review of this film is favorable but again i don't think the constant commercial plugs were necessary and took away from the storyline and purpose. I think it was a bit over- rated.