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| Something's Gotta Give [2004] | ![Something's Gotta Give [2004]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51JuYpA0MTL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Nancy Meyers
Actors: Jack Nicholson, Diane Keaton, Keanu Reeves, Frances Mcdormand, Amanda Peet
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  28 reviews
Sales Rank: 1733
Format: Pal, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Running Time: 123 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 7321900319546
ASIN: B0001XLY5Q
Theatrical Release Date: December 12, 2003
Release Date: June 14, 2004
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Amazon.co.uk Review
As upscale sitcoms go, Something's Gotta Give has more to offer than most romantic comedies. Obviously working through some semi-autobiographical issues regarding "women of a certain age", writer-director Nancy Meyers brings adequate credibility and above-average intelligence to what is essentially (but not exclusively) a fantasy premise, in which an ageing lothario who's always dated younger women (Jack Nicholson, more or less playing himself) falls for a successful middle-aged playwright (Diane Keaton) who's convinced she's past the age of romance, much less sexual reawakening. As long as old pals Nicholson and Keaton are on screen discussing their dilemma or discovering their mutual desire, Something's Gotta Give is terrific, proving (in case anyone had forgotten) that Hollywood can and should aim for an older demographic. Meyers falls short with the sitcom device of a younger lover (Keanu Reeves) who wants Keaton as much as Nicholson does; it's believable but shallow and too easily dismissed. She also skimps on supporting roles for Frances McDormand, Amanda Peet and Jon Favreau, but thankfully this is one romantic comedy that doesn't pander to youth. Mature viewers, rejoice! --Jeff Shannon
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| Customer Reviews: Read 23 more reviews...
 Appalling August 11, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Aside from this not being very funny or even mildly interesting the film is a prime example of how certain people - probably members of the male sex, would still like to believe than an old, fat, ugly man can be a 'babe magnet' purely because he has a bid wad (of cash).
At the begining a wheezing, viagra popping Nicholson dates a beautiful girl at least 35 years younger than himself, not because he is interested in a serious relationship, can offer her love, support and affection on an equal footing to her, or, is even vaguely kind in any way but just as a bit of fun in the bedroom. It is so disgusting it doesnt even bear thinking about. Mother Diane Keaton is fashionably cool about finding this balding, sweaty tub of lard waddling about in her kitchen, about to grope her gorgeous daughter and soon falls for him herself despite having Keanu Reeves the devestatingly handsome young doctor waiting in the wings for her. A story line that requires everyone watching to suspend belief completely.
Another particularly stupid bit is the aside regarding the French restaurant in Paris 'Behind the Palais Royale' - you know the one! where they serve the 'best roast chicken in the world' The writer's lack of imagination regarding French haute cuisine is amazing. I dont even think any French Restaurant would put such a simple dish on a menu. She must have been thinking of one of those rotisserie shops, you see in downtown areas.
All in all a pretty poor effort.
 Ticks all the boxes March 26, 2008
I loved this film. It has all the essential pre-requisites of a great romantic comedy: Genuine comedy, witty dialogue, interesting, well-acted leading roles, sexual chemistry & emotional tenderness, plot complications, a fabulous feel-good factor and beautiful locations. Erica's house is a dream and Paris is just dreamy. The film combines these great ingredients into a perfect rom-com, like curling up on your sofa, barefoot in your pyjamas and digging into a late-night chocolate fudge dessert.
Definitely a keeper that you can enjoy over and over.
 A Great Feel Good Movie. January 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Don't question the agenda of a Jack Nicholson fan, because I am wholly aware that without his presence this film would fail to light my fire! Okay so Jack Nicholson's not your usual leading man material, and yes I can understand why many women are mind boggled by Diane Keaton's decision to choose him over the lovely Keanu Reeves in `Something's Gotta Give'. But the simple fact of the matter remains that Nicholson exudes a devilish charm and infectious charisma unparalleled by any other actor as far as I am concerned, and that is why Keaton chooses him over the perhaps more aesthetically pleasing, but ultimately dull Reeves. I really enjoyed this movie, perhaps simply because Nicholson is fantastic. `Something's Gotta Give' is was it is, a feel good romance between two people of a certain age, one of whom had never considered the idea of being with a woman beyond the age of 25, until he met the lovely Diane Keaton, who it has to be said looks fantastic in this film. This is a great afternoon movie to sit back and chill out with, touching, funny, and undemanding. This is one for those times when you just want a little light entertainment and a whole lot of Jack!
A matter of personal taste January 3, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I watched this film some years back, and it stuck it my memory as one to watch again. I have mixed feelings with regards to Jack Nicholson and tended to refrain from watching Diane Keaton's films as many were with Woody Allen, who I cannot stand! So WHY was this film so memorable, to me?
Well, the characters (as others have pointed out) were somewhat stereotyped, but is this necessarily a fault in the plot? Aren't all of us, in some way, stereotypical, either in our personalities, lifestyles or relationships? The charm of this film is - perhaps - in the stereotyping elements, in that we are able to relate to the characters and their emotional mishaps and feel that, some how, there is hope for us all?
I found the plot, whilst not being mind-bogglingly complex, to contain a few twists that held my attention throughout, (though I would have probably chosen Mr. Reeves over Mr. Nicholson any day - on the other hand, would I really want to be with a man who was prettier than me?) and found Ms. Keaton's romantic involvement with Mr. Reeves believable as her character was a charming understatement of a maturely attractive and sensual woman.
I have bought 2 copies of this film; one is for my own library and one is for my parents. They also have seen this film already and wanted to watch it again; this, for my father, is a rare occurrence for anything not featuring either football or John Wayne!
This film leaves you with a 'feel good' factor, so unlike many nowadays that are filled with futuristic doom and gloom, or tales of murderous betrayal and revenge. Watch it for what it is - an enjoyable film.
Old actors getting together! November 13, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a classic romantic comedy with three (I'll let you decide) of America's great thespians. He, Jack Nicholson IS a Jack the Lad and he's having a fling with Diane Keaton's daughter, add Frances McDormand as Keaton's sister and throw Keanu Reeves in for the eye candy, what is there not to like? It funny and spot on, the ending is a little weak but hey, this is Hollywood.
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