Man of the House
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Movie Reviews of Man of the House
Movie Review: funny movie!!!! tjmill91
Summary: 5 Stars
this movie is hip and funny. i will buy this the first dayMovie Review: More entertaining than I expected it to be
Summary: 4 Stars
I wasn't all that excited about seeing this movie - but it did feature Cedric the Entertainer as well as cheerleaders, so I went ahead and watched it. I knew the film would be pretty stupid - and it was - but I have to admit I was rather pleasantly surprised by Man of the House (and not only because I happily discovered that Monica Keena was also in it). Putting the dour-faced Tommy Lee Jones in the middle of five giddy cheerleaders is definitely good for some laughs, and the characters really started to grow on me after the first half hour of extremely stereotyped characterization finally faded away. Texas Ranger Roland Sharp (Tommy Lee Jones) stalks around like he's impervious to any danger, and the cheerleaders are seriously dumbed down when we first meet them - this superficial treatment doesn't do the movie any favors coming out of the gate.
Here's the basic story. Five University of Texas cheerleaders witness the murder of a government witness being sought by Sharp to testify against some high-level criminal. Thus, the girls are the only witnesses that stand in the way of Mr. Moneybags' freedom from prosecution - despite the fact that they can't even begin to come up with a description of the man they saw pull the trigger. Sharp is given the job of protecting the girls, which makes him the girls' newest roommate back on campus. The girls, being silly cheerleaders, don't think they are in danger and balk at everything the ultra-serious Ranger asks them to do. He, of course, has a problem with their skimpy outfits (for reasons I certainly can't fathom), unmentionables in the bathroom, etc. Eventually, though, they develop a sort of friendship, with the girls helping Sharp reconnect with his daughter and woo a lady professor and Sharp loosening up and having a little bit of fun.
There are some pretty funny scenes in the film, especially when Sharp is playing the part of the new assistant cheerleading coach (and getting some cheers of his own at one of the football games). I was a little disappointed that Cedric the Entertainer had a much smaller role than I expected, but that man always makes the most of his minutes. I do wish the film had been set at some other university than Texas because I don't like their coach (who, fortunately, didn't appear in the film - although Texas Governor Perry did have a quick cameo) and because their cheerleaders have some of the most unappealing cheerleading outfits I know of. Still, this is a funny movie that makes for a surprisingly enjoyable way to spend a little over an hour and a half.
Movie Review: Great popcorn flick
Summary: 4 Stars
This movie is a strictly by-the-numbers action flick with all the depth of a mud puddle, but it is surprisingly enjoyable nevertheless. The formulaic plot is as follows: A group of Texas Longhorn cheerleaders witness the mob execution of a witness wanted by the Texas Rangers, and thus they need protection in order to avoid becoming victims themselves. Enter Tommy Lee Jones, who is forced to move into the girls' house on campus and babysit them for protection. Predictable hilarity ensues, with plenty of culture clashes between the college girls and the crusty Jones.
This movie is about as formulaic as you can get. The plot holds no surprises whatsoever, the identity of the bad guy is obvious from the beginning, and the action scenes are workable but nothing spectacular. Nevertheless Tommy Lee Jones manages to take an average movie and lift it up to the level of a great popcorn flick that will appeal to pretty much everyone. Cedric the Entertainer also appears in the film as an ex-con minister who is also a former UT cheerleader, and his scenes are a lot of fun to watch. Anne Archer appears in the film as a UT professor who becomes Tommy Lee's love interest, but her role is pretty minimal.
All in all, this one is worth watching, if not exactly a blockbuster. If you like Tommy Lee Jones, you will like this movie.
Movie Review: I know I liked it.....the question is.....should I feel guilty!
Summary: 4 Stars
Watching a 60 year old man house bound with 5 young hip hugging, navel showing, young girls in skimpy outfits certainly presents a dilema for me as a man also old enough to be their father.....no maybe even their grandfather! Add to that at least one of these little hotties is even making overtures at this guy in the movie. Wow! What do I do with this hot potato? Well if you can believe this movie Tommy Lee Jones who plays a Texas Ranger is able to completely ignore the constant barrage of flesh in order to protect the girls who have witnessed a murder and need his protection. Well as they say nice work if you can get it! To the films credit Tommy is completely above board and even teaches the girls a well deserved lesson in modesty which keeps this film from veering off into a lecherous voyaristic exploitation flick. As for the acting.....it's surprisingly good! All the young babes have talent. If I sound surprised I am! And they can cheer and dance up a storm to boot! Ann Archer & Cedric the Entertainer are a plus also. But in the end it's Tommy Lee's movie and the saddle faced, gravely, hard boiled actor hit's another bullseye in a long and distinguised career. This movie is definitely escapism and worth every minute you invest in watching it. It's....it's....well it's just plain fun! Enjoy!Movie Review: A cheerful and entertaining past time
Summary: 4 Stars
I saw the film because of Tommy Lee Jones and it didn't disappoint a moment. The movie was fast paced with a great music score.
Tommy Lee Jones ended up babysitting 5 cheerleaders as a witness protection programme after the 5 witnessed the murder of a witness of an important criminal case. The 5 girls were positive, not a bit dumb and supported one another all along. How they inspired Tommy Lee Jones to transform from a man who could not express his feelings publicly as a Dad, a lover and a coach into a lovable guy was actually the main theme. Tommy Lee Jones was a natural in the movie. He played his role effortlessly and was so convincing as a straight and competent cop. The 5 girls had great dance sequences and personalities. I liked Christina Milian best among the girls. Her dance was dynamic and energetic. Anne Archer was the credible love interest and I wished her part could be bigger.
The one scene that I couldn't help laughing aloud was when Cedric the Entertainer danced against the 5 girls, trying to perform his old school style of cheer leader dancing. What a hilarious arrangement! If you want to relax and have fun, take this movie.