dishlady69

Ok, so I love this movie because it's not just the classic Adam Sandler bathroom humor type comedy of his early movies. It's adorable to see the whole Sandler clan join in, which lends a really unique dynamic and balance to the whole story.

The interaction between the sisters is terrific and realistic. Jackie's also great, though it's funny that she plays the mom of a different character, which was a little funny since the girls are literally visibly a perfect blend of both their parents.

I also liked the film because there's a little something for everyone. The characters are all very relatable. The film reminded me a little of the Judy Blume books I grew up with and the difficult rights of passage we all go through as kids, the moments we realize what it means to grow up. The film itself is a lovely mitzvah (No spoilers!!! Go watch this one.)

There was also a great deal of diversity in the cast, which helps to showcase the point that many individuals in previous generations have been trying to impress upon us since the time of Moses. In short, it's just lovely from start to finish.

With the exception of ONE small scene at the waterside cliff scene (no spoilers), the movie is fun, relatable and well done.

I really do hope to see more films like this. (Do you hear me Adam? More like this. The Sandler ladies are fab.)

Considering the budget that must have gone into casting for this film -- and featuring nearly every Batman/Superman character since the birth of Methuselah -- the overall production was really poor. Ezra Miller as the lead -- initially awkward, which he's known for, then gradually coming out of his shell as Flash/Barry -- is fine, but the storyline is extremely convoluted (no spoilers for those who have the time to go watch the movie). Seeing our favorite Batman(s) was nice, but Cavil's obvious absence given the multiple Batman/Superman cameos made the film extremely awkward and ridiculous. Of course it gives Keaton a bit more time to shine -- no complaints there. But the reported excuses of "confusing viewers" with too many Superman cameos when they basically threw in everything and the kitchen sink into the movie tells viewers that this is simply hogwash.

No spoilers to the plot. The plot will spoil itself.

John Ritter's demise on the set of "8 Simple Rules" is the reason for his abrupt absence in the sitcom at the start of their Season 2.

Kevin Can Wait (Season 2) has the same abrupt start -- which indicates a COMPLETE lack of taste and sensitivity on the part of the network and all those involved in the casting. There isn't even a mention of HOW Erin Hayes' character supposedly meets her end; the new season simply launches into jokes about spam mail... (no spoilers). There is also the EXTREMELY AWKWARD overlapping introduction of Leah Remini (end of Season 1), who one presumes will be one of several temporary guest stars on the show. Given the ridiculous start of Season 2 and the increasingly awkward presence of Remini, there would have been really nothing to save this show, despite cast and network claims that Hayes' was removed to help save the show and extend its time on the air. The move of letting Hayes go (1) didn't pay off and (2) wasn't worth all the horribly awkward plots the audience has to endure in Season 2.

Side characters Ryan Cartwright (in the domestic scenes of Seasons 1 and 2) and Bas Rutten (in the Season 1 neighborhood scenes and the Season 1-2 workplace scenes) keep the show light and funny.

Unfortunately, even with the inclusion of the major moguls like Ray Romano and Adam Sandler the show doesn't hold its own and the plot lines are continually collapsing. It's a shame because usually I do appreciate Kevin James as a funny and lovable character across all his shows and movies. Perhaps bring him back for a new season of CREW, which was well done.