Billy Crystal shines in a classic midlife-crisis story that turns into something petty remarkable. While I can't say that I'd ever suffered the same depression when I hit the big four-oh, I can say that I was happy to go on this journey with these characters; seeing Jack Palance's grizzled Marlboro Man steal all of his scenes; the chemistry between Stern, Kirby and Crystal; the sweeping vistas; hell, even falling to pieces over a week-old calf (who knew?)
The movie works just fine as a comedy (never less than amusing) but also has moments of poignancy that really sneak up on you. Plenty of adolescent hijinks, well-earned self-discovery and good vibes all around. I'd recommend this in a heartbeat.
The movie works just fine as a comedy (never less than amusing) but also has moments of poignancy that really sneak up on you. Plenty of adolescent hijinks, well-earned self-discovery and good vibes all around. I'd recommend this in a heartbeat.