Pretty Good

It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

Yes, absolutely, there is fun to be had, as well as many, many things to go boom, all amid an atmospheric urban jungle.

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

Dylan Ramsey (David Spade) gets dumped by stripper girlfriend Ginger (Ever Carradine). He owns a restaurant in desperate need of a loan. Wally (Artie Lange) is his really loud waiter. He falls for cellist neighbor Lila Dubois (Sophie Marceau). He gets caught naked after losing strip poker to the old ladies. Lila's cheating ex Rene chases her from across the ocean. Dylan decides to kidnap her dog Jack and spend time with her looking for the dog. Then the dog swallows his best friend's diamond ring.David Spade is doing his sarcastic douche character. Without his partner Chris Farley, it doesn't really work especially as a romantic leading man. It's horrible to watch Sophie Marceau being distressed and knowing that Spade is the cause. I rather the lovely Sophie stay single. Even Artie Lange would be better.

The idea of David Spade being cast in a romantic comedy opposite french beauty Sophie Marceau is a real head-scratcher. But the movie sort of works. Spade plays Dylan, a restaurant owner who's hot for his new neighbor Lila Dubois (Sophie Marceau). Just by looking at the poster of this movie, it's pretty clear that Lila is totally out of Dylan's league. Dylan realizes this when Lila's rich ex-boyfriend, Rene (Patrick Bruel), shows up. So, to impress Lila and make her forget about her ex, he kidnaps her dog and plans to become a hero by returning it to her later.Despite the lack of any real chemistry between Spade and Morceau and the rather silly plot,'Lost & Found' can be entertaining. You just have to suspend belief and not really think while watching. But still I'd take 'Lost & Found' over any other flops by other former SNL clowns, did anyone say 'Corky Romano'.Rating: (6/10)

David Spade. Love him or hate him, he definitely has a sly wit. The great thing about his sassy delivery is that it is never offensive, it just makes you go "oh,,,,YEAH, that's right!" Spade hits the mark very well in comedy.I didn't see this film at first because I was going by what critics had said about it, that it was pathetic, not funny, blah blah. One day I caught the end of the film on cable and saw the brilliant end credits sequence where the cast lip syncs to Deee-Lite's "Groove Is In The Heart" and numerous outtakes are shown. That credit sequence had me realllly wanting to see the film then! I took a chance and bought the DVD and was pleasantly surprised!This is a charming, witty, and satirical take on romance and farce. Spade says his sassy lines as usual, but his character is very likeable and productive. He owns a restaurant and is needing funds to expand it. He takes in a very off-kilter employee as a roommate and a whole "Single White Female" spoof ensues. He has poker playing neighbors played by Carole Cook, Estelle Harris, Marla Gibbs, and Rose Marie --these four women steal the show! "oops, crop dustin' again..." that line will have you laughing for days! They also try to get Spade naked and have him losing every game!A new woman moves in the the building, played by Sophie Marceau. Her dog keeps escaping and Spade figures if he can just hold on to the dog and claims to have found it, she would fall in love with him. BUT, an engagement ring Spade was holding for a friend is swallowed by the dog...........so, how to get the ring AND get the dog back? Even the scatalogical humor involved in one scene doesn't go too far. All the elements here were given in the right doses and I think Lost & Found turned out to be a very satisfying film.Of course much of this is silly, but it's a welcome romantic comedy that would make, say, a Saturday afternoon cuddled on the couch with snacks a joyous experience. It's a kinder, gentler film that we haven't seen in ages, like the overwhelmingly wonderful film Return To Me. As I said, I went in with little expectations and found myself smiling, laughing, and feeling really happy by the time the film was over. And DO stick through the end credits for the fun outtakes and lip syncing.Whether you catch it on cable, see it as a video rental, or (like I did) take a chance and buy it, you'll find this film has a lot of heart and is worth recognition. I really respect Spade more after seeing this endearing effort. I mean,,,,how much trouble could a cute little terrier cause, eh? *singing* Groove is in the hearrrrrrrrt .......

His neighbor lady is beautiful. Thinking of a creative way to meet her, he notices her dog runs away a lot. He figures if he hides the dog, pretending it's lost and tells her he'll find it then he could bring the dog home and be her hero.It wasn't the best plan. I rented this movie, over and over. I love it. It always gets me laughing. So finally I bought it. Now when I need a good laugh, or even when I don't, I pull it off the shelf and put it in the VCR. I never knew David Spade could sing. After watching that movie, I like his style more!