Comments on: Jennifer Aniston’s puppy problems

By: coffee buzz

coffee buzz — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 05:52:59 +0000

Marley and Me is money to a great extent because Jennifer Aniston is money; Owen Wilson is… not so much

By: Granger

Granger — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 12:06:10 +0000

I read a review in a Canadian paper that said Aniston is good in this film because she finally leaves “most of her sitcom habits” behind. I’m glad to hear it. I still think she’s overrated, and I will always admire and respect actresses who are willing to take risks (most have already been mentioned here), but I’m more than willing to admit that Aniston is good enough in contemporary (usually fluffy rom-com type) films to make them pleasant to watch. She has her place in Hollywood as someone who works hard, gets the job done to the best of her ability, and generally draws a crowd. I agree that she should try to do more indie-type films that allow her to “branch out” a little more. But she’s chosen the safer route, and that’s her prerogative. Sadly, she’s approaching that age for women in Hollywood where the roles start to thin out, and the really good ones only go to a select few (who deserve them because they’re so talented), so she might as well take advantage of the big paycheques while she can get them. Because I just don’t believe she’ll still be as bankable in five years, much less that she’ll ever win an Oscar. She doesn’t have the range to win that kind of critical acclaim. She reminds me of Meg Ryan, who was really cute and fun in her day, but who basically wore out her welcome when people realized she was too old to be cute and fun, and just didn’t really have the chops to be anything more.

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By: Bodhi

Bodhi — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 18:33:58 +0000

That’s cool, Daisy. Thanks for your review. I may see it on DVD, we just hardly ever go to the movies & I want to see some other stuff more.

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By: daisy424

daisy424 — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 17:53:47 +0000

*checking with my toe*

My husband and I saw Marley & Me and I must admit, I loved it. Packed theater at a 4PM matinee.

The scene in question was Marley knocking over one of the kids, not a big deal, he is a huge dog. The kids loved Marley. Aniston’s character was fed up with kids, laundry, work, everyday stuff, she lost her temper. She loved Marley and wouldn’t give him up.

I am not a Aniston fan by any means, to my surprise she was great in this role. The chemistry between Aniston and Wilson is believable and their banter is funny.

Marley, as he should, steals the show. Anyone who has raised a puppy can relate to the struggle they go through with Marley. It brought back alot of memories (funny and not so funny) of raising our Lab, Scout from a puppy. The similarities are eerie. The dog eats drywall & answering machines for Christ’s sake.

Not a dry eye in the house near the end, glad I brought tissue for myself. (Brought back recent memories of putting Scout down) All & all very well done and truly compassionate, sad but not over the top.

I may lose some CB support here, but I would recommend this film and I will buy it on DVD when it is released.

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By: monica

monica — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 03:36:45 +0000

can’t take the heat, stay out of hell….
hahaha.
so clever. such a witty voice. the smartest person on this board. maybe you should write things for us all to ponder.
hahaha.

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By: vdantev

vdantev — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 03:13:01 +0000

Why Monica because it’s not all sunshine and puppy dogs for your great Hollywood heroes? Can’t take the heat, stay out of hell.

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By: Maritza

Maritza — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 22:56:22 +0000

Jen needs to hire the dog whisperer, that would be an interesting show to watch.

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By: dantev

dantev — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 21:02:45 +0000

I take it none of you have seen The Good Girl…

I’ve also never driven a nail through my tongue, that doesn’t make me a bad person. Jenn Vs Meryl Streep in terms of actresses of the age who can portray any part- Streep wins regardless of your feelings.

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By: Kaiser

Kaiser — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:33:43 +0000

A clarification for all of those who thought I was in any way “reviewing” the film: I found the NY Daily News thing and thought it would go well with the Reuters/Hollywood Reporter review. I will not be doing a “review” of this film for several reasons: I don’t care for Aniston; I don’t like movies or books where animals die; and my latest reason, via the Reuters review, I don’t like when child endangerment is glamourized under the guise of “family fun”.

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By: Starla

Starla — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:25:52 +0000

NotBlonde, I have seen The Good Girl & loved Jen in it.

Kaiser, stick to your beloved Brad & Angie stories. You are too biased to say anything decent about Jen.

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