Brian Koppelman
David Levien
A car magnate watches his personal and professional life hit the skids because of his business and romantic indiscretions.
Susan Sarandon, Danny DeVito, Mary-Louise Parker and Jenna Fischer
Alone, "talking to your bed at night"; the other side of the bell-shaped U-curve, Michael Douglas, along with Susan Sarandon and Danny DeVito, bring to the screen the ups and downs of a once successful man as he strives to maintain his distinguished position as a "respected" member of society while all the measures of his valued worth crumble.
This is not an easy film to watch. Detailing the loss of vitality in a man who seems unable to adapt to his changed self - the lack of integrity, the unscrupulous behavior, particularly sexually - even the great Michael Douglas loses his appeal in this portrayal of the middle-aged man in our midst.
While the dialogue is consistently strong, the plot construction and scene transitions fail to work at a high level . Overall, the film might not hold the viewer's attention but it does address a serious problem for those who are fortunate enough to live into old age.
For a look at life without that sexy youthful appeal, see The Solitary Man.
Now playing in New York City theaters.
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