Dramedies are very risky bets. Audiences can love the comedy but reject the drama, smothering the jokes. Balancing the two demands a mastery of both genres. In Good Company is a masterpiece, a perfect mixture of laughter and seriousness, everything in the right proportion. Not too sweet, nor too sad or funny \u00e2\u20ac\u201c just right.<\/p>\n
Before this movie, I considered Topher Grace a pretty boy twerp. Still a twerp, he’s a very likeable one with potential. It’s a breakout role for That 70’s Show refugee.<\/p>\n
The plot is a little different, but very topical for anyone who suits up for the morning commute. A 51 year old manager ( Dennis Quaid ) finds the new, less qualified boss is half his age. Over his head in debt and a baby on the way, Quaid needs the job. For an added wrinkle, junior dates Quaid’s gorgeous daughter. The only bumper between Quaid and foreclosure is the new boss.<\/p>\n
What works about this movie<\/p>\n
1) Topher Grace \u00e2\u20ac\u201c a good breakout role<\/p>\n
2) Scarlett Johansson \u00e2\u20ac\u201c wow. Even with bad makeup, she’s on fire.<\/p>\n
3) Pacing and humor work in tandem.<\/p>\n
4) Good direction<\/p>\n
Areas needing improvement<\/p>\n
1) More Scarlett<\/p>\n
Verdict \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Theater full price. Perfect for Twenty somethings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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