Bern's Movie Review: Little Miss Sunshine

Little Miss Sunshine is an endearing movie of a typical American family and their struggle to stay positive and reach their goals. The film was very well done and they certainly chose the perfect actors. I truly enjoyed every character but I think Alan Arkin stole the show with his role as "Grandpa." I must also mention that, although I immensely enjoy Steve Carell's humor, it was good to see him play a serious role.

The film really captured all my emotions but most importantly one scene made me laugh so hard that I cried. I hadn't laughed that hard during a movie since the "hair gel" incident on Something About Mary.

I think all ladies will enjoy the film. As for you men, well...hmmm. It depends. Are you a family man? Do you have at least two ounces of sensitivity? Can you appreciate a film for its message of faith and hope? Do you openly admit to your woman that you have a sensitive side even if you do your best to hide it on the mountain bike trail or at the bar? If so, then you'll enjoy this movie. But for those guys who watch a flick for the fast cars, hot chicks, pirates, or frat house binge drinking parties--leave your date in her seat, tell her you are going to get her more popcorn, then sneek into Beerfest next door!