Jack is still at the top of his game. Somehow, despite his wealth and fame, he is able to credibly portray the role of a misunderstood common man without derision or caricature. But Jack has been here before. In "As Good As It Gets," he was this man, as he was recently in "The Crossing Guard," to a greater or lesser degree. Jack makes this film work on all levels. Kathy Bates also adds her typically excellent work, and the script is both funny and poignant in a slow, understated way. All in all, this is a great film well worth seeing, but if you're expecting to see Jack stretch out and occupy a new role worthy of an Oscar nomination, look elsewhere.
Review of About Schmidt
