Charlie Berns is a veteran Hollywood movie producer who has given up on his career and life. That is until his idealistic screenwriter nephew comes bearing the script of a lifetime and Charlie decides to give his career one final shot. The only thing standing in his way is Diedre Hearn, a sharp-witted studio executive brought in to keep Charlie in line.
Acting
Macy's exhausted charisma carries every scene
Writing
Sharp industry insider jokes that actually land
Costume
LL Cool J's rabbi outfits are unhinged perfection
Director
Steven Schachter
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This reunited Macy with director Steven Schachter after their 2003 TV movie 'The Wool Cap.' The pair clearly enjoy mocking show business together.
Shot during Meg Ryan's 'dramatic pivot' period post-divorce, this film represents her deliberate retreat from America's sweetheart roles—whether audiences followed is debatable.
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