Common Sense Note
Parents should know that this movie is basically an old fashioned comedy with a bit of cursing and some selfish behavior. There's also a bit of sexual innuendo.
Families who see this movie can talk about the great tradition of romantic comedies. What makes them funny? What's the tension that gets resolved?
Common Sense Review
Reviewed By: Common Sense Media
This sweet, romantic fairy tale made a star out of Sandra Bullock, and gave Bill Pullman the chance to show off his softer side. Both give charming performances, and they're supported wonderfully by Peter Boyle, Jack Warden, and Glynis Johns. As Jack's eccentric family, these screen veterans provide a humorous backdrop for the story. Their good-natured warmth makes Lucy's pretense understandable, if not acceptable.
The movie is a good choice for parents to watch with their older kids, because there's something here to appeal to both generations. A fourteen-year-old viewer identified with the main character's romantic longings, and her adult companion liked the movie's light humor and happy resolution.
WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING has an old-fashioned feel. While it's patterned after the classic romantic comedies of the 1930s and 1940s (It Happened One Night, The Philadelphia Story), it's not up to the lofty standards of these predecessors. Still, the movie's clever writing, gentle humor, and strong performances make up for its shortcomings.
Two other romantic comedies with a vintage feel are Sleepless in Seattle and You've Got Mail.
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ViolenceA man is mugged and pushed onto train tracks. |
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LanguageSome mild cursing. |
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