Charming and brutal

When a movie has you begging for it to end not even half way through it's pure crap. We've all seen this movie and this characters millions of times, nothing new in it. Don't waste your time.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties.

The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

Good Advice is the sort of movie you can see over and over and over. I know I do. It's easy on the eye, charming, slightly insightful, positive, and entertaining.Charlie Sheen's acting is a bit pinched, though, but it's still good. Most character are a bit over played, but in line with the comedic tone of the film. I love Angie Harmon's character, I find it so cute and charming, in lots of little ways, but I suspect she might be at the edge of what she can do. Still, can't help rooting for her.The advice column itself is quite insightful, and well written. If a columnist could write with such a voice, it would be popular indeed.See it whenever you want to be lightly entertained and see a cute relationship.

This was a good little romantic movie. It has the typical messages or themes. Many "moral to the story" moments. But, if well presented, which this movie is, I don't think people get tired of watching such predictable story lines.Movie has it all. There are depictions of greed, lust, bimbos, stupidity, ethics, romance,love. As always, this movie gives people what they want, a happy ending. You conclude that things always work out in the end, guy gets the girl, success in business if you work hard are other messages.All in all a fine movie. After watching it you do not feel like you wasted your time.WARNING: if you watch this with a chick. Be ready for some questions like "honey, what would you do in that situation." Roto

Charlie Sheen is so lovable as Ryan in this movie! This is one of his best movies, of course after the epic Major League and Hot Shots. He's plays well with Denise Richards, although she was painfully wrongfully cast as Cindy. His subsequent relationship with Page is much more entertaining. I enjoyed Page's secretary and all her one-liners and blatant innuendos directed at Ryan. Charlie played the fallen business man very well. I adored Rosanna Arquette and still maintain that she is the only talented one in that family. Her relationship with her plastic surgeon husband was so funny... perhaps even more funny than Charlie's desperation. This film is a must-rent!

Your typical romantic comedy that is predictable, but fun to watch. Ryan is a cynical stockbroker that loses his job. His girlfriend, Cindy, writes an advice column (Dear Cindy,) for a small newspaper that is rapidly losing money. Cindy has no respect for the people who write in for advice and it shows in her responses. The Editor, Page Hensen (Angie Harmon), is sinking all of her personal funds into keeping her dying newspaper alive and wants to get rid of Cindy's article.Upon hearing news of Ryan's job loss, Cindy decides to move to Brazil. Ryan, desperate to find a source of income, decides to impersonate Cindy and claims she is sick and will work from home. At first, his responses are typical crass male responses to primarily female issues, but Ryan eventually comes around and provides more thoughtful and useful advice. Soon, readership is up and Page, having an unexpected and unwanted attraction to Ryan, has to fight her better judgement on getting involved with the "attached" Ryan and her feelings for him. Ryan is funny as he skates the line between wanting to be honest with Page and wanting to maintain the newfound job that keeps him growing as an individual. Ultimately, an unexpected phenomenon to find out more about the real "Cindy" keeps Ryan on his toes. Page finally finds out about Ryan and their relationship progresses to full blown romance, only to have the real Cindy reappear to doom her to financial and professional ruin. A predictable ending leaves the movie flat, although you will be cheering for Ryan and Page anyway.Charlie Sheen and Angie Harmon provide good performances as Ryan and Page and don't overplay either part. Estelle Harris as Iris is a hoot, although the rest of the supporting case is there for filler, including Denise Richards as Cindy. Don't expect a deep story or a plot that will surprise you, but if you enjoy a funny, romantic comedy, this will surely entertain you. 8 out of 10.