Review of Shallow Hal

This is a fascinating movie. Jason Alexander's character (Mauricio) is kind of like Iago in Macbeth; he has a sinister edge--widening his range as an actor--which is pivotal for the dark feelings, pain, sadness. The script lurches seeking resolution toward the end, but Gwyneth Paltrow and Jack Black are actors who can bring to life a tripped-out plot situation and give it human substance. For Ms. Paltrow, the acting challenge is formidable, and she brings it off with sensitivity. She had to, or no movie. The movie has left this writer thinking about reality (singular) and realities (plural). There is point-of-view, and there is what happens to a couple of chairs during restaurant scenes. Also, the movie illustrates how powerful each individual is in interactions with other individuals. The hero is the guy who manages self-awareness and responsibility.

The credits for this movie are very special/complex/enjoyable. Hence I missed the location note. To the message board, away!