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Director Ron Howard (Splash) returns to his comedy roots with The Dilemma, a deft screwball drama-comedy with a decidedly modern spin. Costars Vince Vaughn (Ronny) and Kevin James (Nick) manage to be funny as well as poignant--and their "bromance" is one of the most touching and believable relationships on the big screen. The supporting cast is top-notch too. Jennifer Connelly, effortlessly lovely and graceful, plays Beth, Ronny's girlfriend. Winona Ryder, who makes a welcome return to film, plays Nick's wife, Geneva. "The dilemma" of the title occurs when Ronny sees Geneva with another man. Should he tell his best friend his wife is cheating on him? And what's the best time to drop a bombshell like that on someone you love?
The Dilemma is surprisingly poignant for a comedy--the emotions and heartbreak are faced straight on. And Vaughn and James are more than capable of expanding their doofusy personas to show nuance and defeat. The supporting cast, as with all Howard films, is also great--including Channing Tatum as Geneva's partner-in-crime; Queen Latifah, who commands the screen as always; and of course Howard's brother Clint in a cameo. But the heart of The Dilemma is played out among the four main characters, who are solid, engaging, and sometimes appropriately off-putting. The Dilemma asks "Is honesty really the best policy?" And the answer, deftly portrayed with rueful humour and poignancy, is somewhere between secrets and lies. --A.T. Hurley
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Vince Vaughn and Kevin James headline an all-star comedy from director Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer about a man who finds out that what you don’t say to a friend is just as important as what you do. Jennifer Connelly, Winona Ryder, Channing Tatum and Queen Latifah join them in The Dilemma, a story of how far you can bend a brotherly bond before it snaps.
Since college, confirmed bachelor Ronny (Vaughn) and happily married Nick (James) have been through thick and thin. Now partners in an auto design firm, the two pals are vying to land a dream project that would launch their company. With Ronny’s girlfriend, Beth (Connelly), and Nick’s wife, Geneva (Ryder), by their sides, they’re unbeatable.
But Ronny’s world is turned upside down when he inadvertently sees Geneva out with another man and makes it his mission to get answers. As the amateur investigation dissolves his world into comic mayhem, he learns that Nick has a few secrets of his own. Now, with the clock ticking and pressure mounting on the biggest presentation of their careers, Ronny must decide how and when he will reveal the truth to his best friend.
Since college, confirmed bachelor Ronny (Vaughn) and happily married Nick (James) have been through thick and thin. Now partners in an auto design firm, the two pals are vying to land a dream project that would launch their company. With Ronny’s girlfriend, Beth (Connelly), and Nick’s wife, Geneva (Ryder), by their sides, they’re unbeatable.
But Ronny’s world is turned upside down when he inadvertently sees Geneva out with another man and makes it his mission to get answers. As the amateur investigation dissolves his world into comic mayhem, he learns that Nick has a few secrets of his own. Now, with the clock ticking and pressure mounting on the biggest presentation of their careers, Ronny must decide how and when he will reveal the truth to his best friend.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Dignitas
Format:DVD
It's a strange situation when you watch a movie headlined by two comedic actors, but the only funny performance is given my an actor known as for his straight man roles.
Which is exactly what you get here. This movie isn't funny at all, I nearly spit coffee for the wrong reasons ['electric cars are gay!'] The only performance that I found remotely funny was Channing Tatum, not an actor know for comedy roles.
The only reason I gave this one stars was for the performances by Jennifer Connelly and Channing Tatum. Which I still don't understand what they are doing in this. I can only imagine Tatum was still on the morphine after his famous burning accident when his agent suggested this one.
Which is exactly what you get here. This movie isn't funny at all, I nearly spit coffee for the wrong reasons ['electric cars are gay!'] The only performance that I found remotely funny was Channing Tatum, not an actor know for comedy roles.
The only reason I gave this one stars was for the performances by Jennifer Connelly and Channing Tatum. Which I still don't understand what they are doing in this. I can only imagine Tatum was still on the morphine after his famous burning accident when his agent suggested this one.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By RR Waller
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
SAFE READING - NO SPOILERS
"In black humour, topics and events that are usually regarded as taboo, specifically those related to death, are treated in an unusually humorous or satirical manner while retaining their seriousness; the intent of black comedy, therefore, is often for the audience to experience both laughter and discomfort, sometimes simultaneously." This is the Wikipedia opening to the article on black comedy/humour and it fits this film almost to perfection; although no-one actually dies, there are deaths of various kinds.
It builds humorously for ninety minutes and we laughed out loud so often watching the complexities of the relationships building to an hilarious, misunderstood climax. Then ten minutes of "deep seriousness" before it ends in the hypersphere of ...
Black comedy is not for everyone and it does not always work, so fine is the line it treads. Audiences may well be left feeling ambivalent, however, this film is not meant to be taken seriously and, despite its dealing with serious subjects, I hope viewers will realise it is not asking to be taken seriously. Taking it seriously misses the point. For some, it may be too near a bone or two, but I enjoyed it and laughed, even at the OTT ending.
It may be my sense of humour and the suspension of disbelief (in this case the suspension of belief too) but it was enjoyable in all its silliness. The actors played their parts well and I never doubted for a moment that they knew it was a comedy. It will not be to everyone's taste but we enjoyed it.
"In black humour, topics and events that are usually regarded as taboo, specifically those related to death, are treated in an unusually humorous or satirical manner while retaining their seriousness; the intent of black comedy, therefore, is often for the audience to experience both laughter and discomfort, sometimes simultaneously." This is the Wikipedia opening to the article on black comedy/humour and it fits this film almost to perfection; although no-one actually dies, there are deaths of various kinds.
It builds humorously for ninety minutes and we laughed out loud so often watching the complexities of the relationships building to an hilarious, misunderstood climax. Then ten minutes of "deep seriousness" before it ends in the hypersphere of ...
Black comedy is not for everyone and it does not always work, so fine is the line it treads. Audiences may well be left feeling ambivalent, however, this film is not meant to be taken seriously and, despite its dealing with serious subjects, I hope viewers will realise it is not asking to be taken seriously. Taking it seriously misses the point. For some, it may be too near a bone or two, but I enjoyed it and laughed, even at the OTT ending.
It may be my sense of humour and the suspension of disbelief (in this case the suspension of belief too) but it was enjoyable in all its silliness. The actors played their parts well and I never doubted for a moment that they knew it was a comedy. It will not be to everyone's taste but we enjoyed it.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By T. BROOKES
Format:DVD
This starts off as a potentially good comedy, but sadly follows a more somber, dull and humourless track.
A best friend pairing win a contract with Dodge to produce an electric engine. Whilst developing this project, Ronny (Vince Vaughan) catches his best friend Nick's (Kevin James) wife cheating on him. This then unveils an unhappy marriage of lies, all whilst considering his own.
Like most American comedies, it is all a bit hyper and wild, using a dramatic performance to get the laugh, rather than the joke itself. The film has some qualities and looks well directed by Ron Howard, but for me it falls short, losing it's purpose and identity.
The film also has broken roles for Winona Ryder, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Connelly and Channing Tatum.
A best friend pairing win a contract with Dodge to produce an electric engine. Whilst developing this project, Ronny (Vince Vaughan) catches his best friend Nick's (Kevin James) wife cheating on him. This then unveils an unhappy marriage of lies, all whilst considering his own.
Like most American comedies, it is all a bit hyper and wild, using a dramatic performance to get the laugh, rather than the joke itself. The film has some qualities and looks well directed by Ron Howard, but for me it falls short, losing it's purpose and identity.
The film also has broken roles for Winona Ryder, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Connelly and Channing Tatum.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Really rubbish, sadly
Loved the cast of this film but it never really took off for me. It was totsally disjointed and I didn't care for any of the characters enough to care what happened. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Katie
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Dilema DVD
Arrived promptly and in great condition. A great film, very funny, bought as a christmas gift for my son who liked it.
Published 3 months ago by Mrs E L Moore
4.0 out of 5 stars
Liked It
Interesting and quite funny. Vince is as usual excellent though the other characters less. The story is actually quite good though it could have been better brought out with more... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kobi
1.0 out of 5 stars
Should not be advertised as a comedy - never laughed once
I just wasted a part of my life sitting through this film. One of the worst films I ever had the misfortune of watching. So so poor!!!
Published 4 months ago by L. Hughes
5.0 out of 5 stars
fab film
this film good enjoyed and would watch again for sure good actors in this film so even better to watch
Published 5 months ago by kate logan
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not a comedy
Am I the only one who felt a bit duped? They put a couple of (normally quite) funny actors on the cover and the Dilemma's marketing describes it as a `comedy. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Albatross
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not comedy but good none the less
I'll keep it brief, but I wanted to write something as I feel 'The Dilema' deserves at least 3 stars. Read more
Published 16 months ago by mummy spoon
1.0 out of 5 stars
Absolute dross!
The story is not worth telling. It's totally uninteresting, not funny in the slightest. It's tasteless as in completely boringly flavourlessly bland. Read more
Published 16 months ago by buttered nun
1.0 out of 5 stars
Atrocious
Vince Vaughn should be ashamed of himself for taking part in this drivel. I am assuming that the producers mixed up their definitions; with the end result being simply stupid and... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Random
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very enjoyable
If your a vince vaughn fan you will love this! Its got a good story line and some genuine funny moments! If u after oscar stuff lookelsewhere but this is a good film!
Published 19 months ago by Bruceygun
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