Too much about the plot just didn't add up, the writing was bad, some of the scenes were cringey and awkward,

It is not only a funny movie, but it allows a great amount of joy for anyone who watches it.

Clever and entertaining enough to recommend even to members of the 1%

It is both painfully honest and laugh-out-loud funny at the same time.

I wasn't sure what to think up to about 1/2 to 2/3 of the way through the film, but once everything became clear, my mind was blown. As someone who constantly ruminates over the grand ultimate, I found this poignant tale of one interesting possibility, thoroughly grounded in humanity, gripping and profound.The leads were very nicely characterized and the musical score was seamless and always apropos. For those who have the ability to pay attention to details in films, the ride is worth it with this one. There are clues throughout that may or may not lead one to the correct determination, but in the end, all is explained.I would caution those deeply rooted in any form of mainstream organized religion or school of philosophy, you may very well come to dislike this film once the plot culminates.

Alright so I was not sure whether I should watch it as the rating in both IMDb and metacritic was bit low but after watching it I can see it is a bit underrated since this movie is quite good and definitely worth your time. So the movie actually consists of three short stories but they are all somehow linked. It gets a bit confusing after you get into the second story and then it gets interesting as you are constantly trying to make sense of it. I wont get into it further as I want you to explore it for yourself. But I do believe at the end you may find it a bit disappointing as did I as I wanted something more. But all in all a good movie in my opinion.

First of all,I need to say it was a good movie,not excellent in my opinion.My vote was a 8 because of Ryan's acting which was pretty amazing,like all of his roles.People tend to say it's an amazing movie,with a subliminal message that many of us don't get it.------After half an hour,I thought I'm stupid and I don't get that message,just to realize it wasn't one.So,my point is if you don't like the movie don't start thinking that you're no capable to understand this movie.------It is not a movie that needs to be fully understood,the story it's nice,I got to admit,but not what I expected.

This is a must watch for the fans of David Lynch. There are enough enigmas within enigmas to reel your mind. It starts with a troubled actor, played with Ryan Reynolds being sentenced to house arrest. There are two other characters. One is Melissa, his publicist. The second is Hope Davis, his sexy neighbor. He slowly begins to realize that something is wrong. The segment ends on a mysterious note. Then the second part begins with Reynolds essaying the role of a TV show writer/creator wherein he again encounters the same characters essaying different roles. The last segment has him playing a video game designer. All the three segments are related to each other in "deeply mysterious" ways. There are hints given about number nine and the connection of Ryan to the number. I can't help but marvel about Reynolds' acting prowess. With the awesome Buried and this he has totally broken through the facade of an actor who could do only vulgar comedy. Hope Davis and Melissa, particularly the latter, are very impressive. The direction by August is good and the viewer is hooked till the end. The movie falters a bit at the denouement but still the viewing experience is above average. 3 out of 5 for the Nines.