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Summary: One of the best movies ever
Review: I went and saw this movie with my Catholic friend, and being Jewish this movie seemed all to appropriate for us. Also since we are familiar with each other's religious views, the movie hit close to home. I seriously could not stop laughing, and I recommend you see it with anyone. It's always better when art imitates life, as it does with this movie. It's accurasy into the Jewish faith is a little off, but it is still one of the best movies ever.
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Summary: Excruciatingly Unfunny
Review: This is the most unfunniest comedy ever. How they made the comercials hillarious but not the movie. This is a horrible movie! Don't waste YOUR faith watching this!
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Summary: Not funny
Review: Hey, like everyone, I saw the cool trailer, the nice commercials on TV so I went to see it in the theater, and I must say that I was really disappointed, except for the first narrating scene which made me smile and a few (3-4) other funny moments like the Rabbi trading cards, this comedy is probably one of the dullest and most pointless movies in recent filmmaking.The plot at first seemed appealing, it talks about a Priest and a Raby who are best friends and in love of a girl they knew from school. And when she moves back to NY, they starts seeing her again... Well, the entire movie is boring with some really endless moments of me and my friends wondering were the plot was going. My advice, don't waist your time or money.
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Summary: Uplifting, Funny....Make You Feel Good
Review: It is hard to believe this is the 1st time these three (Elfman, Norton, and Stiller) have been together in a film. The chemistry was excellent. The storyline about three friends reunited-along with a good soundtrack make for a touching movie. Have a first date tonight? This romantic comedy is the perfect movie to break the ice. The smiles they put on are contagious and you will find yourself and your date smiling and laughing at the same parts. Overall, this is a very clever and entertaining movie. Must be bought.
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Summary: LAUGHTER DOES GOOD LIKE A MEDICINE
Review: "Keeping the Faith" is one of the most stellar movies I have seen in a long time, tying together laughter, love and people of faith. The actors pull you into their childhood, and draws you into that piece of time in your own life. As one learns as they live longer, our lives may change logistically and personally, yet somehow, some relations will remain, when stemmed from childhood/neighborhood seasons. Irony of life is, this dynamic makes for strange relationships. You are guaranteed to laugh and be charmed in your heart as these actors so refresheningly bring people of different faiths into the common denominator of love and life.
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Summary: one word describes this movie - hysterical
Review: this is one of the funniest movies of the last few years. from the opening in the bar to the closing at the senior center, the movie never departs from its comic theme while still maintaining character development. Thumbs up to Ben Stiller and Edward Norton, who manage to pull off their roles with aplomb, and never falling into the trap of turning a funny scene into a forced gag. The DVD version has the deleted scenes and gag reels - the "Anna and her cell phone" reel is worth the purchase price all by itself.....
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Summary: Hear the one about a priest, the rabbi, and his girlfriend?
Review: Much more of a Ben Stiller versus Edward Norton fan, I was pleasantly surprised by this light-hearted comedy that was not only an acting but directing vehicle for Norton. A drunken priest pours out his heart to a sympathetic barkeep (played by wonderful character actor Brian George of Babu Bat/Seinfeld fame), recalling the series of events that brought him to this sorry state. The plotline is fairly simple- childhood friends Elfman, Stiller, and Norton form a fast bond, Elfman moves away, and the boys are a duo. Then their lives take a decidedly righteous turn when they both enter the church and temple as priest and rabbi. They set about reforming their neighborhood through their ministries, dubbed the "god squad" by those in the know. Before they realize it, years have gone by, and though Norton can't get married, there are no such restraints on a rabbi. Stiller is set up on a series of failed dates; the women are inexplicably drawn to fawn over him in a disgusting manner. Then enter Jenna Elfman, the childhood friend who has grown into glorious womanhood. The trio renew ties, and both Stiller and Norton feel an attraction to her. I'm sure you can guess what happens from here- boy priest denies attraction to girl, so girl goes for boy rabbi and secretly starts seeing him. Girl is a shiksa, which doesn't bode well for boy rabbi because of his mother, played with usual aplomb by Anne Bancroft. Boy priest decides to throw away priesthood and declare love for girl, but she tells him she's in love with boy rabbi. Boy priest punches boy rabbi's lights out, and falls from proverbial wagon. This film is endearing on a very sappy level, if one is disposed to that type of film, which I am. It's a consummate "date" movie. It moves along at a good clip, has a few good laughs, though the ending tends to get bogged down in working itself out. But all in all, an admirable effort for Norton.
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Summary: Funny Movie
Review: I liked, this movie very funny Edward Norton did a good job with this Ben Stiller was good, Jenna Elfmen was great I loved this movie made me, laugh you'll like it.
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Summary: Romantic, hip, and funny as hell!
Review: This is a movie about a priest named Brian Finn (Edward Norton) and a rabbi named Jake Schram (Ben Stiller) in New York City. They're young, popular, down to earth, and are totally committed to their respective religions. Before that, when they were kids, there was this girl--a totally cool chick just like them, down to earth and decent. The three of them were like peas and carrots together but she had to move away, upsetting at first, but ultimately making Brian and Jake best friends by themselves. They're adults now, and she comes back to NYC to visit for business, and things get VERY interesting. If you've ever had the whole "is [s]he Jewish?" dilemna, you'll love this movie. Even if you haven't, this romantic comedy breaks all cliches and tells a most unique story. Ben Stiller and Edward Norton, if you're reading this, keep doing these kinds of movies! Pop some popcorn, invite your boyfriend or girlfriend over, and put on this movie! You'll love it.
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Summary: A Divine Comedy
Review: There have been so many romantic comedies produced that it is difficult for a film to break out due to the depth and breadth of the competition. This is one that does. This wonderfully funny romantic comedy takes a fresh approach, portraying a romance involving not one, but two men of the cloth. They are not even of the same cloth as one is a Catholic priest and the other a Jewish rabbi. The girl of their dreams is also the girl of their youth as the three were best friends in grammar school. Now, after many years of separation, Anna (Jenna Elfman) returns and both men fall immediately and madly in love with her. The film is chock full of religious humor and sharp-witted dialogue that keeps you grinning between guffaws. The romance is syrupy sweet and the actors have such great chemistry that it is easy to believe they have been friends all their lives. Edward Norton produced, directed and starred in this gem and he shows himself to be adept at spinning a magical yarn with very few flaws. This was Norton's first directorial effort and it bodes well for his future on the other side of the lens. His work with the actors was marvelous, and his pacing of the film was excellent. The film flowed very pleasantly from scene to scene and kept the viewer amused and immersed. If there is any criticism of the film it is its length. It dwells a bit too long on the schmaltzy romance and takes to long to wrap it up at the end. These are minor issues in an otherwise enchanting film. The entire cast is terrific. Norton plays Father Brian Finn and is funny and affable in the role. Rabbi Jacob Schram is played by Ben Stiller, whose comedic star is on the rise. In this film, he outdoes his wonderful performance in "There's Something About Mary" with a character that is just as amusing but more complete, with greater range. Anne Bancroft is also fantastic as the rabbi's mother. She has the New York Jewish mother routine down pat, right down to the accent. A dynamite performance. The real news in this film though, is Jenna Elfman. She lights up the screen with her enthusiasm and her charming girl-next-door beauty. She is dynamic, hilarious, sensitive, sexy and lovable and pretty much steals the show. After her terrific performance in "Edtv, she proves once again that she is a talented actor and comedian. One can only hope that the popularity of this film gives her access to more and better parts. This fabulous romantic comedy is highly entertaining and enchanting. I rated it a 9/10. It is especially funny if you happen to be Catholic or Jewish. I highly recommend it.
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