Is it called a Clicker or a Remote?
Review by Jake
Tagline: This summer, everything will click.
Synopsis: “Click” focuses on a workaholic architect who finds a universal remote that allows him to fast-forward and rewind to different parts of his life. Complications arise when the remote starts to overrule his choices. (IMDb)
Trailer Review: When Michael Newman (Adam Sandler) needs to buy a Universal Remote, he heads to Bed, Bath and Beyond. Leading up to the purchase, we see that Newman leads a very hectic life, has a jerk for a boss (David Hasselhoff), has deadlines overlapped by parental responsibilities, a hot wife (Kate Beckinsale), oh, and about 20 things that need put on one remote, including ceiling fans and remote control cars (I don’t get it either). So anyways, he heads to Bed, Bath and Beyond. Why there instead of say Walmart or Best Buy? So the writers could use a “Way Beyond” department logo, of course. Enter Morty (Christopher Walken, who, based on the preview, plays himself - crazy). Morty gives Michael a Universal Remote to “control his universe.” Michael has to point and click, and his universe responds. He shuts his dog up by turning down the volume. He skips a fight with his wife by fast forwarding. But what happens when the remote gets out of control? How can Michael stop his life from passing him by?
Trailer Verdict: Adam Sandler heads up a unique cast list in what should prove to be a very funny, yet philisophically interesting film. Is it better to be happy in the Now, or enjoy life as a Whole, which requires both time and effort, either of which you can’t skip over. Also, this film brings back the “O’Doyle” family from Billy Madison. I wonder what some O’Doyle somewhere did to Adam Sandler to be the brunt of his jokes in all his movies.
Movie Verdict: Worth seeing in theaters. Good date movie. Fantasy for guys for three reasons; 1.) Married to Kate Beckinsale, 2.) Fast forward certain moments in life that are otherwise unbareable, and 3.) Married to Kate Beckinsale.
Movie Release Date: June 23, 2006