The Worst Film Ever

Brilliant and touching

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

This film is so real. It treats its characters with so much care and sensitivity.

I had heard the title of this movie a few times, including when one of the leading actors mentioned it in an interview or two, I had my assumptions of the meaning of the title, but I was looking forward to trying it for myself, directed by Doug Liman (The Bourne Identity, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Jumper, Edge of Tomorrow). Basically Mike Peters (Jon Favreau) is a struggling comedian who left New York City to find success in Los Angeles, and he is still upset about his girlfriend of six years, Michelle, breaking up with him six months ago. Mike's womanising friend Trent (Vince Vaughn, also writing) wants to help Mike with his depression, they and other aspiring actors try and get back into the social scene. Mike talks to his friend Rob (Office Space's Ron Livingston) about how desperately he misses Michelle, and that she has not called him, Rob thinks that she will only call him once she has completely moved on. To help Mike out, Trent coaxes him into an unplanned trip to Las Vegas. Trent succeeds in picking up two waitresses, but Mike's obsession with Michelle ruins things. Back in Los Angeles, Mike, Rob and other friends go bar hopping, stopping at a party, where Trent demonstrates his prowess in handling the opposite sex. Mike is inspired by this and meets a girl named Nikki (Brooke Langton) and gets her phone number, however he makes a number of increasingly anxious and desperate messages on her answering machine, to the point when she answers and disgustedly tells him not to call again. Mike misses Michelle more than ever, he contemplates moving back to New York until Rob comes over and consoles him. Out again for swing night at a Hollywood night club, Mike meets a girl named Lorraine (Heather Graham), he gains courage to approach her and connect with her. The next morning, Mike is called by Michelle, but he finds he no longer misses her, he also receives a call from Lorraine, he decides to end the call with Michelle to connect further with Lorraine. Also starring Patrick Van Horn as Sue and Alex Désert as Charles. Favreau does well as the out-of-work actor whose confidence has been shattered, and Vaughn gives a great performance as his charismatic friend refusing to let him wallow, Favreau's script is semi-autobiographical, based on his own experiences working in Hollywood, I will admit I did not follow a full story, but all the swinging parties and loads of men having banter, picking up women and complaining a lot is amusing, not a bad comedy drama. Worth watching!

Simply one of the best films. It is so money and doesn't even know it. That's the rub.

From beginning to end, "Swingers" is filled with smart dialogue and an undercurrent of nostalgia that rings true and familiar for every viewer regardless of whether you're a baby boomer, a Generation X'er, Y'er, whatever. Its themes of searching for "the right one" and their associated pain and embarrassment have been done before, but never with such cutting humor and a sense of urgency that asks aloud whether the storybook way our parents found love can be brought to today's sensibilities. And the big-band music and classic crooner soundtrack is a constant reminder of our parent's past. These elements, bringing the past to the present and vice versa, makes "Swingers" accessible to every generation and still wildly entertaining after multiple viewings.Most men can probably relate to both of the main characters: each representing one side of us in our dealings with women. On the one hand, the sensitive man who isn't afraid to reveal himself - and on the other hand, the player, who doesn't have any pretensions and makes no apologies for his brash behavior. Both are real and both have their pros and cons. They are both well-represented in "Swingers". The cast obviously works so hard to make it feel real, but they understand their characters so deeply, you can't tell how hard they're working until after the movie is over. Great script, great acting, great production values. I urge everyone who has yet to see this film, to do so immediately! Overall rating: 9 out of 10.

Its one of those really smart 90's comedies. And one of the few really good Vince Vaughn movies that I actually like. What makes this movie work is the relatable characters it has. It involves a guy who is just trying to get over his ex girlfriend finding a new guy. And even though he's an actor/comedian he still comes off as relatable to us normal guys just trying to find somebody. Jon Favreau is great and plays well off the other few main cast members. It has its funny moments but isn't as humorous as advertised. Its well written and even has a real good ending that's ambiguous, which as a movie is extremely hard to do. I love the café seen where Vaughn thinks hes getting some weird vibe from the women, as being a fan of the Superhero Cafe on youtube is really cool to see.This movie even surprised me at some parts, because even when you think hes going to finally pull through and get a new girl the story turns and does something else. But i do think the whole story plot with the other group of guys who start a fight was a waste and not really needed for the overall story. Its also worth mentioning how likable Lorraine is as an actress. I'm interested to see if shes been in anything else worth seeing.8.0/10