Joe Somebody

Buy This Item Joe Somebody by 20th Century Fox  Available from Amazon  $109.98  on 11-2-2008     It's brains over brawn as Tim Allen reunites with <I>The Santa Clause</I> director John Pasquin for this amiable comedy about a devoted dad who <I>almost</I> lets his fists do the talking. After being humiliated by the office bully (played by <I>The Tick</I>'s Patrick Warburton), corporate nebbish Joe Scheffer (Allen) vows revenge. He becomes an office celebrity, taking kung fu lessons with a has-been action star (Jim Belushi) and preparing for a rematch against his tormentor. Kid stuff, to be sure, but <I>Joe Somebody</I> benefits from Allen's Everyman appeal, especially when he's getting his values adjusted by a caring colleague (Julie Bowen, from TV's <I>Ed</I>), or trying to make good with his daughter (Hayden Panettiere) and ex-wife (Kelly Lynch). The comedy is pure vanilla, and the good-guy lessons are learned with bland, family-fare efficiency, but the Allen-Bowen romance is gently engaging, and Allen's flair for slapstick doesn't go to waste. As a pacifist hero, this Joe is somebody to root for. <I>--Jeff Shannon</I> Reader Reviews You know, sometimes you just want to watch a movie that doesn't tax your brain. "Joe Somebody" is a good romantic comedy that has a message I'm sure we can all agree on "Be Yourself"! The cast seems to be enjoying themselves and that carries over on to the viewer. I don't think Tim Allen has ever been more likable and the romantic chemistry between him and quirky cutie Julie Bowen is believable. Jim Belushi is very amuzing as a "has been" action hero star turned boozer Karate instructor, so the next time you wake up in one of those "I don't want to do anything moods" It might be time to watch "Joe Somebody" It just might have the inspirational fluff you need! lol! The DVD transfer is very good and is a worthy purchase. You can find this for under $5.00.

Joe Somebody Available from Amazon Price: $109.98 Updated on 11-2-2008.

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