人生遥控器——英文影评
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Screen Zone影视原声In the world of movies, everything is possible. Some people say, life is like a movie. But the difference is, you can pause a movie, you can never pause the life. However, the movie, “Click”, gives us the chance.A workaholic architect, who has been overlooking his family in favor of his career, comes across a universal remote that allows him to perform TiVo-like functions on his life, such as pausing events or fast-forwarding over them. When the remote begins creating its own memory and choosing what to fast-forward over, the man sees how much of his personal life has passed him by and realizes the importance of spending more time with his family.很有意思的故事,也告诉了我们一些很有意思的道理哟!让我们来细细体会吧!CLICK人生遥控器文字难度2.5这部由美国喜剧天王亚当·桑德勒和原《珍珠港》女主角凯特·贝金赛尔主演的电影一度被认为是2006年最不能错过的喜剧之一。
该片不但成为北美票房的一大灵丹妙药,同时也获得中国电影商的青睐,得以在今年年中在中国地区上映。
人生没有快捷键——《人生遥控器》影评《人生遥控器》是由著名导演弗兰克·克拉斯(Frank Coraci)执导,亚当∙桑德勒主演的好莱坞经典电影。
影片讲述了主人公迈克在偶然间拥有了神奇的可以控制时间、空间等的万能遥控器之后,遥控器给他带来的种种欢乐与灾难,并由此引发的关于人生的思考。
建筑师迈可•纽曼(亚当•桑德勒饰)每天都过着忙碌的生活。
他有着美满的家庭,美丽贤惠的妻子唐娜(凯特•贝金赛尔饰),可爱的一对儿女,但忙于工作的他总是没有时间陪伴家人,为了工作而逃避甚至忘记了与家人们的约定。
偶然的机会,麦克从一个神秘身份的老板莫蒂(克里斯托弗•沃肯饰)那里得到了一个万能遥控器。
当迈可回到家尝试使用后才发觉了这个遥控的神奇功能:他可以利用这个遥控器控制自己的生活时间,只要轻轻一按快捷键,他便可以逃过那些繁琐的事,随心所欲到达自己想要的时段。
他可以略过疾病、吵架、和家人的聚会,以及一切他认为浪费时间的事情,他可以不必经历过程,便能到达结果。
直到有一天,万能遥控器不再受他的控制了,他的生活变得乱七八糟,时间迅速向前走,而他也错过了很多重要的事情:在他迅速成为公司高层的同时、他的妻子离开了他,他的父亲离开了人世,可爱的女儿早已长大变成了小太妹,英气逼人的儿子变成了和他一样的大胖子,他才后悔自己故意错过的东西。
他用遥控器跳到与父亲的最后一次见面,看到自己因为忙于公务而不与父亲一起吃饭。
父亲那蹒跚的脚步,稀疏的白发,深陷的眼睛,使他猛然发现,原来父亲已经这么老了。
父亲苦苦哀求他,而他竟然无动于衷,甚至不看父亲一眼。
他将时间定格,看着父亲抚摸着儿子的头,慈祥地说:“I love you,son.”一遍一遍地听着,凄凉与悲痛涌上心头。
可惜那时的他只知道工作却不知道,父亲将不久于人世。
他又将时间定格,亲吻父亲的脸颊,说:“I love you,dad.”但这样的补救,却无法挽救自己的失败。
最终,他站在父亲那白色的十字架下,痛心疾首,却又无从悔过。
观电影《人生遥控器》有感《人生遥控器》讲的是:迈克尔·纽曼是一位建筑师,有一个漂亮的老婆唐娜和两个可爱的孩子一本和萨曼莎。
迈克尔像美国众多的中产阶层一样,事业有成,家庭美满。
但最大的问题是他为了事业忙忙碌碌而忽略了家庭,很少能有时间陪伴妻子和孩子,享受不到真正的天伦之乐。
在24小时连续工作后,迈克尔终于累趴下了。
难得在家休息一下的他想找电视遥控器都找不到,于是他来到一家电器商场,突发奇想,想买一个既可以控制电视机又可以遥控其他电器的多功能遥控器。
电器店老板莫蒂推荐他买了一种“可以控制很多事情,并保证能改变他目前生活”的超级全能遥控器记忆中有许许多多令人难忘的事物,它们时常使人得到不一样的感悟。
电影《人生遥控器》讲述了这样一个故事:主人公迈克尔是一家建筑设计公司的工程师,有一个美满的家庭。
但他对家庭漠不关心,一心扑在事业上,追求升职,又为公司给他的艰难任务而忙碌得疲惫不堪。
这天,难得在家的迈克尔想看电视时却找不到家里的电视遥控器,他只好开车去超市买由于困倦,他竟在超市里销售的大床上睡着了。
不知过了多久,他瞥见有一扇门,便起身打开门,沿着黑黑的过道走进去。
过道尽头出现了穿着白大褂的卖遥控器的老板莫蒂。
莫蒂向他展示了被称作“人生遥控器”的东西,并把它送给了迈克尔。
有了遥控器的迈克尔尝到了甜头,他按快进键跳过了自己人生中的种种不快,他还使用人生遥控器把自己带到了梦寐以求的升职时刻可当他回到家时,竟然发现他自己已经度过了一年,他的孩子长大了一岁,他家的狗也死了,他开始感到人生遥控器的可怕。
他想毁掉它,但发现切都是徒劳,他无法毁掉它,遥控器如幽灵般地别在他身上。
遥控器使他的生活变得混乱,时光不断快速前进,他看到了亲人的离去,最后发现自己已经到了生命垂危的时刻。
在将死的那一刻,他断断续续地与成人的儿子、女儿及友人告别。
这时莫蒂出现了,说:“该走了。
”随即带走了他的生命。
一阵白光闪过,他发现自己还躺在床上,旁边是个售货员,告诉他这是卖品,不能躺在上面。
竭诚为您提供优质的服务,优质的文档,谢谢阅读/双击去除人生遥控器影评人生遥控器影评(一)貌似ImDb评分并不高,而时光网的评分也只算中上,并不是众人心中的顶级好剧,但我看了之后,这部电影是我心中的顶级好剧,8.5分献上!电影在20分钟便进入正题,比起一些慢热的电影,这时间点恰到好处。
前20分钟主要是介绍主角的家庭工作生活状态,接着马上进入正题。
用了10分钟来介绍这神奇的遥控器;用了65分钟演绎了主角的一生;最后用了6分钟“起死回生”。
电影既科幻又梦幻,大部份情节都非常的欢乐,带有一点小黄,并送上几个养眼的靓妹做主角。
光是这样这片子就很吸引人去看。
不过,这好剧可不只是欢乐,在主角晚年期,电影78分钟之后,主角得知父亲去逝消息之后的情节,让电影进入了高潮部分。
主角表现出来的那份对父亲的爱、对妻子的爱及对子女的爱,特别是最后一段,就算是死也要告诉儿子一切要以家庭为第一的理念并在雨中狂奔摔倒趴行,我相信感动了不少的观众,最少让我哭了,而前一刻,我还在为他肥成那样而笑崩了……南柯一梦的结局其实已无关紧要了,因为之前的欢笑和泪水都已用过。
而电影的内涵更值得我们去深思深会——我的感受是:逃避是解决不了任何问题的。
片子主角一直在逃避,逃避升职的痛苦过程、逃避烦琐的生活小事、逃避与妻子的争吵,最后他错过了很多,他后悔了。
所以我觉得遇到问题就选择逃避,而逃避的结果,会让日后的自己后悔。
这跟我现在的人生有点相似。
最后送上主角女儿长大后的样子,波涛汹涌啊。
而女主角,主角的老婆也是一大美人,特别有魅力。
人生遥控器影评(二)弟弟跟我推荐《神奇遥控器》,这是一部他看了3次并且哭了3次的电影。
我分两次看完,觉得很庆幸,因为得到了很好的警示,在我错过和浪费的还不是太离谱的情况下。
当一部神奇的遥控器摆在你面前,它可以快进,倒退,定格你的生活,你会觉得幸运透了吧。
由于习惯性地懒得应付,纽曼先生不停地快进,快进,只要结果,多棒的功能,省去很多时间开销和精力消耗。
人生遥控器影评引言电影《人生遥控器》是一部2006年上映的喜剧电影,由法兰克·科拉喜执导,亚当·桑德勒、凯特·贝金赛尔和克里斯托弗·沃肯主演。
影片围绕着一个饱受工作压力和家庭问题困扰的家庭男人,通过一台神秘的遥控器来改变他的人生。
本文旨在对这部电影进行影评,从剧情、演员表现和电影主题等方面进行分析。
剧情电影《人生遥控器》讲述了主人公迈克尔(由亚当·桑德勒饰演)在工作和家庭生活中遇到的种种困境。
迈克尔是一家建筑公司的高级主管,他每天都面临着巨大的工作压力和家庭冲突。
一天,迈克尔遇到了一个神秘的销售员,销售员给他一台看似普通遥控器,但却可以控制他的人生。
迈克尔最初将遥控器用于跳过无聊的电视广告和减少家庭争吵,但随着时间的推移,他逐渐意识到这台遥控器的真正力量。
他可以快进和倒带生活中的场景,调整时间比例,甚至可以暂停时间。
通过遥控器,迈克尔成功改变了自己的职业生涯,变得更加成功,但他也逐渐意识到这种随心所欲的控制对他的家庭和身心健康造成了负面影响。
演员表现亚当·桑德勒在电影中出色地扮演了迈克尔这个角色。
他在电影中展现了迈克尔逐渐融入工作的焦虑和对家庭问题的无奈。
通过他的表演,观众能够真实地感受到迈克尔的困惑和内心的挣扎。
凯特·贝金赛尔饰演迈克尔的妻子,她在电影中成功地表现了一个家庭主妇的角色。
她既有温柔体贴的一面,也有对迈克尔不满和挑剔的一面。
她的表演使观众能够更好地理解迈克尔为什么要使用遥控器来改变他的人生。
克里斯托弗·沃肯饰演销售员,他从头到尾都给人一种神秘而诡异的感觉。
他的表演使观众对遥控器的来源产生了浓厚的兴趣,并且为故事增添了紧张和悬念。
电影主题电影《人生遥控器》通过迈克尔的遥控器这一幻想化的道具,探讨了人们在现实生活中常常遇到的问题:工作压力和家庭问题之间的平衡。
许多观众都可以从迈克尔的经历中找到共鸣,因为现实生活中,我们经常面临着工作上的忙碌和家庭中的矛盾。
人生遥控器英文观后感Title: Reflections on "The Remote Control of Life"Introduction:"The Remote Control of Life" is a thought-provoking film that explores the concept of mankind's ability to control their own destinies through a metaphorical remote control. The movie offers a unique perspective on the power that individuals have in shaping their lives and encourages viewers to contemplate the choices they make and their impact on their own happiness and fulfillment. This essay aims to delve into the various aspects of the film, including its narrative, characters, and underlying themes, while highlighting its significance in prompting self-reflection.Body:I. Narrative and Plot:"The Remote Control of Life" follows the journey of protagonist Tim as he discovers a mystical remote control that grants him the power to rewind, fast forward, pause, and even change the trajectory of his life. The narrative is presented in a fascinating and engaging manner, with each button on the remote control representing a specific aspect of Tim's life. This unique storytelling technique allows viewers to visualize the choices and consequences faced by the protagonist, drawing parallels to their own experiences.II. Characters:The film's characters play a crucial role in conveying the central theme of personal agency. Tim, the protagonist, initially views the remote control as a tool to reshape his life according to his desires, but soon realizes the limitations of this power. The supporting characters, such as Tim's family, friends, and love interest, further emphasize the importance of human connections and genuine experiences that cannot be manipulated or controlled by external means.III. Themes:a) Personal Responsibility: "The Remote Control of Life" urges viewers to recognize their own agency in shaping their lives. It encourages individuals to take accountability for their choices, reminding them that they have the power to rewrite their own narratives regardless of past mistakes or setbacks.b) Embracing Imperfections: The film emphasizes the beauty of imperfection and the inherent flaws that make us human. It suggests that striving for perfection and complete control over every aspect of life can be detrimental, as it overlooks the richness and growth that comes with embracing life's unpredictability.c) Meaningful Connections: Through Tim's journey, the movie highlights the significance of genuine human connections and experiences. It prompts viewers to reflect on their own interactions and relationships, encouraging them to invest time and effort in nurturing meaningful connections rather than chasing superficial success or control.IV. Cinematic Techniques:"The Remote Control of Life" effectively utilizes various cinematic techniques to enhance its storytelling. The seamless editing between different timelines and the incorporation of visually stunning sequences add depth and engagement, making the film visually appealing while conveying complex ideas.V. Personal Reflection:"The Remote Control of Life" left a profound impact on me, forcing me to reevaluate the choices I have made and their effects on my own happiness and fulfillment. The film reminded me that while we cannot control every aspect of our lives, we possess the ability to shape our narratives through the decisions we make and the connections we foster. It emphasized the importance of embracing imperfections, cherishing meaningful relationships, and taking responsibility for our own lives.Conclusion:"The Remote Control of Life" is an exceptional film that captivates viewers through a unique narrative and thought-provoking themes. Its exploration of personal agency, the power of choice, and the significance of genuine connections resonates deeply with audiences. By prompting self-reflection, the film encourages individuals to take control of their own lives and prioritize the pursuit of authentic and meaningful experiences.。
人生遥控器观后感(共10篇)人生遥控器观后感(一): 人生遥控器影评请用最少的字几句话一句话概括这部电影所表达珍惜现在享受现在人生遥控器~好感人的,family comes first!1.珍惜生命中的每一天,珍惜所有爱你的人和你爱的人,一点一滴积累起来就能组成一个完美人生.不用急慢慢来,和多年后死去的自己比起来,今天的你还很年轻.2.人就是这样,在幸福来临时,总是不屑一顾,当后悔时却只剩下一片疮痍,满目萧然.面对这个世界的一切,我们只有在失去的时候才会懂得珍惜,幸福也是如此,只有紧紧地抓住它,才不会让它稍纵即逝.人生遥控器观后感(九): 法制教育片观后感【人生遥控器观后感】[法制教育片观后感]随着人类社会的发展,在绚丽多彩的大千世界,有许许多多我们向往和自己想拥有的东西,随着这种欲望的萌生,人们贪婪的心理也开始出现了,法制教育片观后感.今天我们观看了法制教育电影片《与法同行》,我们懂得了很多的人生道理,知道了什么该做,什么不该做.影片里讲述了几个典型的真实事件,讲述了青少年,特别是学生由于幼稚无知而走上了违法犯罪道路的悲剧,深深地触动了我们的心灵.造成青少年犯罪的原因,基本上来源于家庭教育不当和受社会不良环境的影响.未成年人因为缺乏法制观念,自制能力不强,很容易因为一念之差而走上违法犯罪的道路.我们在生活中有时也会见到因为家庭矛盾或一些琐事而引起打斗等事件而酿成人命关天的大祸的实例.今天法制教育片里的那个原本爱学习,懂事的青少年,却因为处理他妈妈的感情出轨问题缺乏法制观念而酿成大错.他的出发点是为了维护自己温馨甜蜜的家庭,但是他因为做事太冲动了,结果造成两败俱伤;在自己以后的人生中留下了一个永远也抹不掉的阴影.所以我们在生活中要学会宽容,遇事要冷静;要理智地处理问题、妥善地化解矛盾,不要冲动.要培养自我调节,自我控制的能力,否则会因为一时的冲动而导致走上犯罪道路.我们要全面提高自身素质,了解与掌握和自己生活密切相关的法律知识,增强法律意识,树立法制观念,提高辨别是非的能力,还要自觉遵纪守法,观后感《法制教育片观后感》.生活不存在假设,在人生的三岔路口,我们只能选择一次.同学们,让我们在每一个关键时期都能把握好自己的脚步,把握好前进的方向,等待我们的将是美好的希望和远大的前程!---------------我通过观看了《法制教育片》之后,使我懂得了很多的人生道理,知道了什么该做,什么不该做,它里面讲了很多青少年典型真实案件,讲了很多青少年都是由纯真无知走上违法犯罪道路的悲剧,指点我们预防和减少犯罪的途径和方法.造成青少年犯罪的原因基本上来源于家庭教育,管理体制有误和受周围不良环境的影响.未成年人正是长身体、长知识的时候,很容易因为一步之差而走上了违法犯罪的道路.例如,互联网是现代高科技的综合成果,它给人类共享丰富的科学技术等创造了条件,为经济发展做了巨大的贡献,但它也可以作为传播不良有害信息的手段或渠道,腐蚀伤害青少年的身心健康和对社会造成严重的危害.比如互联网中交网友吧,它很耗精力,交了网友自然要保持联系,这一联系起来,通常以小时为单位,友谊深浅与沟通时间成正比,这自然要消耗较多的时间与精力使正常的生活受到一定的负面影响,甚至走火入魔,酿成悲剧,所以我们要加强上网的自制教育,自觉构筑抵制不良信息的防火墙,正确利用互联网的优势,只要正确利用它,就能发挥它的特长.我们在生活中有时会因为家庭矛盾或一些琐事而引起打斗等事件,而酿成人命关天的大祸,所以我们要学会礼让,容忍、宽容、对事要冷静,理性地去处理矛盾和问题,妥善来化解事情,不要冲动,要学会自我调节,自我控制的能力,否则会因为一时的冲动而导致你走上犯罪道路.青少年要全面提高自身素质,加强自我保护能力,还要学会怎么样抵制不良影响和不良诱惑的能力.我们要了解与掌握与自己的生活密切相关的法律基本知识,增强法律意识,树立法制观念,提高辨别是非的能力,还要自觉守法,动用法律武器,维护自身的合法权益,同各种违法犯罪作斗争.人生遥控器观后感(十): 《阿甘正传》观后感作文阿甘生下来时智商只有75,但他的母亲为了他以后的生活,想尽办法把他送进了正常人的学校。
神奇遥控器观后感英语Diving into the realm of "The Magic Remote Control," afilm that effortlessly weaves together a tapestry of emotions, I found myself on a rollercoaster of laughter, introspection, and heartwarming moments. From the very first scene, themovie captivates with its whimsical premise—a remote control that can manipulate life's events. It's an ingenious concept that serves as a mirror to our deepest desires and fears.What strikes a chord is the protagonist's journey, a relatable quest for control that we all secretly yearn for.As the story unfolds, the remote control becomes a metaphorfor the choices we make and the consequences that follow.It's a poignant reminder that while we may wish to skip the tough parts, it is in facing adversity that we truly grow.The humor is well-timed, eliciting chuckles that feel organic and not forced, a testament to the script's wit andthe actors' comedic timing. Yet, it's the heartfelt moments that truly resonate, where the film tugs at your heartstrings, urging you to reflect on the value of time and the importance of cherishing every moment.Visually, the film is a treat, with vibrant colors and imaginative set designs that bring the fantastical elementsto life. The score complements the narrative beautifully, enhancing the emotional beats and adding depth to the viewing experience.In essence, "The Magic Remote Control" is a delightful cinematic experience that transcends its genre, offering a profound message wrapped in the guise of a lighthearted comedy. It's a film that invites you to laugh, to cry, and most importantly, to think about the遥控器 you hold in your own life.。
2023年人生遥控器观后感2023年人生遥控器观后感1《神奇遥控器》观后感Family first(家庭优先)是我看完整个影片后感触最深的一点。
影片中主人公迈克〃纽曼,事业有成,有一个美满的家庭,美丽贤惠的妻子唐娜,可爱的一对儿女,可是他总是没时间好好享受天伦之乐,每天都过着忙碌的生活,为了晋升而逃避甚至忘记了与家人们的约定。
当迈可找到了一个万能遥控器,并发现了遥控器的神奇功能:他可以利用这个遥控器控制自己的生活时间,控制发生在他身上的所有事情,这让他可以逃过那些不想面对的事,随心所欲到达自己想要的时段。
直到有一天,这个遥控器不再受他的控制,他的生活开始变得乱七八糟,时间迅速向前走,而他也错过了很多重要的事情:他迅速的成为公司的高层、他的妻子离开了他与别人结婚、父亲逝世、儿子结婚等等,他才后悔自己故意错过的东西。
迈克有了神奇遥控器,可以控制自己每次只看见事情的结果,而不必在乎一切繁琐的过程。
可到头来他还是后悔拥有那个神奇的遥控器。
跳过他不喜欢的悲伤的事情的时候,生活确实仅剩下美好的,但是最后他却觉得浪费了一生。
悲伤和欢乐,都是生活中不可缺少的一部分。
正因为有了悲伤的不美好我们才会更深刻的体会到欢乐的美好。
人生短短几十载,所以我们活着就要有所侧重,必须有所舍弃。
追逐权力、地位、金钱等等一切由欲望所驱使的虚无缥缈的东西,等我们使尽一切手段得到它们的时候,或许会发现这一切都是空的,心里可能会感到前所未有的累。
心有所得,不让人生走到终点时有所遗憾。
当迈克躺在雨中对儿子说:Family comes first的时候,真的很感动。
他到最后终于发现了人生的意义,可是在人生即将结束的时候才发现确实显得很可悲。
可是上天再给了他一次机会,原来那一切都只是一场梦。
迈克走上了一条正确的人生道路。
但是我们的人生只有一次,希望我们能走上一条正确的路,当人生之路走到尽头的时候没有遗憾。
Family first,平淡生活或许就是人生的意义。
《Click》Feed BackMichael Newman seems to have a perfect life- a beautiful wife, two small children, and a job with great potential. But as his jerky boss passes Michael up for promotion after promotion, Michael becomes fed up, and wishes he could find a way to just, oh, skip through the hard parts in life. He gets exactly that -and much, much more- when he stumbles upon the Beyond section of a Bed, Bath, and Beyond in search of a universal remote. But as it turns out, the remote controls, well, the entire universe! At first this seems a blessing, but as the remote begins to program itself Michael finds his life skipping by, sometimes a few months, sometimes years. Going in to this movie ---- Click I expected to have the normal 2 hour thoughtless escape from everyday life that these type movies normally deliver. Instead I laughed. I even cried. I left pleasantly surprised. Leaving the theatre I couldn't help reflect upon the need to really appreciate life's little moments and close friends and family more. Walken was outstanding. Sandler was effective and really funny in his toned down approach to this more intelligent comedy than the usual Sandler fare. Kate Beckinsale is very lovable as the wife and mother of his children and Hasslehoff couldn't have been more perfectly cast as the cluelessly self-absorbed exec/ boss. I liked it a lot and I'm not normally one to feel either way about these type of movies. I'd go see it next time with family and friends that I really should spend more time with anyway!Nearly all of Adam Sandler's films have been one-joke affairs. Which might not be so bad, except that there's only so long one joke can be stretched until it becomes overly repetitive and tiresome.What makes "Click" particularly disappointing is that it didn't have to be so limited in scope. Not that you really expect an Adam Sandler movie to be thoughtful, but this fantasy-flavored comedy is just as full of lowbrow humor as any of the rest, including gags about the sexual habits of family pets, flatulence and male anatomy.After he teased us with some recent, supposedly more "mature" performances in "Punch Drunk Love" and "Spanglish," Sandler has simply reverted to his expected juvenile form here.He stars as Michael Newman, a workaholic architect. Michael's wife, Donna (Kate Beckinsale), is getting tired of his work-first, family-second routine, especially since he seems to miss most of his kids' biggest moments.Michael, on the other hand, wants more control over his life — or at least some control over his household. So he's thrilled when a mysterious store clerk named Morty (Christopher Walken) offers him a new universal remote —free of charge.And this remote-control device really is universal, giving Michael the power to skip over periods of his life. One of the film's few really clever bits is having Michael's life with an "audio commentary" narrated by James Earl Jones.As expected, Michael does learn a hard lesson about missing out on the smaller moments, including the various disagreements and trying times. But this would-be knock-off of "It's a Wonderful Life" feels too mechanical. Actually, it looks more like the justifiably forgotten Robin Williams film "Bicentennial Man" — though this one is, mercifully, nearly 30 minutes shorter.Sandler got his longtime cohort Frank Coraci ("The Waterboy") to direct, and he's clearly out of his comfort zone with this type of material. He's unable to get Sandler to dial down some of his more obnoxious performance tendencies, and he really wastes a wacky supporting turn by Walken, as well as Henry Winkler and Julie Kavner, who play Michael's parents.It seems that Morty has created a device that will not only allow Michael complete control over his television and stereo, but his entire life as well. As Michael discovers that the remarkable device has the power to muffle the barks of the family dog, zoom himself past an irritating quarrel with his wife, and even allow him to travel back and forth through time to different points in his life, the rush of being able to skip straight to the good parts in life soon leaves him feeling as if he's missing out on the total experience. Only whenMichael begins to realize that the he has lost control of his life and the remote is now programming him does he finally learn that life is as much about the moments he'd rather forget as it is the moments he will always remember.We know from experience that Adam Sandler has a fondness for Frank Capra. After all, is there anything odder than watching Sandler channel Gary Cooper in a remake of Mr. Deeds ? Actually, there is. It's watching Sandler channel Jimmy Stewart in Click, a film that owes more than a little to It's a Wonderful Life. In fact, while it's more of an indirect remake of Dickens' A Christmas Carol, the Capra-esque overtones are there. To round things out, Sandler throws in a little Rip Van Winkle and nod to Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle." However, while Mr. Deeds didn't work, Click (perhaps surprisingly) does. It's because Sandler doesn't throw out the drama in a quest for laughs. There are times when the comedian falls back on his typical shtick, but the film doesn't shy away from the darkness inherent in this kind of story, and it has a heart. Sandler is Scrooge in the last act of A Christmas Carol and George Bailey in the last act of It's a Wonderful Life, and he does justice to those who have preceded him down this path.Even though the film has been directed by "Sandler vet" Frank Coraci (The Waterboy, The Wedding Singer), the film may cause disappointment amongst the die-hard rank-and-file even as it presents a more appealing Sandler to mainstream audiences. The nastiness and vulgarity that have long been associated with Sandler's comedy are largely missing in action, excepting a few scenes. Then again, Sandler has been moving away from this image over the last few years, using Jim Carrey's career as a template. He's hoping his fans will grow with him; reaction to Click may go a long way to answering whether they will.At least on the surface, movies don't get more high concept than Click: a man obtains a "universal" remote controller that allows him to manage not only the TV but his entire life. He can fast-forward and rewind his reality, skipping unpleasant things like busywork and arguments with his spouse while re-livingpleasant times, like his first date with the woman he would marry. But the remote is dangerous, and he starts using it as a substitute for living through bad times. Worse still, it's an intelligent remote and, after it learns his patterns, it fast forwards through large chunks of his life. By the end, he has learned wisdom, but at a terrible price. However, as in A Christmas Carol and It's a Wonderful Life, he is given a second chance.The man in question is Michael Newman (Sandler), a hard working architect who has little time for his loving wife, Donna (Kate Beckinsale) and his two kids, Ben and Samantha. He's too busy working for his arrogant, preening boss, Ammer (David Hasselhoff). One night, after discovering that he can't turn on the TV without operating the ceiling fan or garage door, Michael heads out in search of a universal remote. The only store still open is Bad Bath and Beyond. In the "Beyond" part of the store, he encounters mad scientist Morty (Christopher Walken), who gives Michael the ultimate universal remote, but with a caveat: he cannot return it.Click makes ample use of the fast-forward button, and occasional use of the pause and rewind buttons. Yet there's a lot of potential left untapped. Consider, for example, the DVD-like menu for Michael's life which features a commentary by James Earl Jones and other special features. These function as punchlines to a couple of gags, but not much more. One has to wonder what Spike Jonze and Charlie Kaufman could have developed from this premise. But we have to work with what he have, not what might have been.The film features some jarring tonal transitions as it juxtaposes Sandler's trademark crude humor with pathos. Michael's boss, his wife's brassy best friend (Jennifer Coolidge), and the unappealing kid next-door (Cameron Monaghan) receive the Sandler treatment. Yes, there is a fart joke - and it's a pretty long and loud one. And the family dog humps a stuffed animal. Eventually, however, the jokes become more widely spaced and low-key as the drama takes over. We start to feel for Michael and the growing tragedy of his life. He's not a bad guy - just someone who has gotten caught up in the ratrace and lost sight of his priorities. His "farewell" to his father (Henry Winkler) is accomplished with Scrooge-like precision. It's sad to watch him mourn everything he has lost. If not for the reboot that we know is coming, Click would have been heartbreaking.I can't let the review pass without making mention of the aging and de-aging affects. Because the movie spans a long time period, characters are forced to look older and younger than the actors who play them. The old-age makeup is what we have come to expect - not terribly realistic, but acceptable. However, when it comes to the CGI used to return Henry Winkler and Julie Kavner (as Michael's parents) to their youth, the filmmakers should have taken lessons from the effects crew for X-Men 3. In Click, it looks awful - wax-like and artificial. It's a little thing, but sometimes it's the little things that linger.While Sandler has more room to grow before he's considered for an Oscar nomination, he has moved beyond the angry-boy-in-a-man's-body phase. He's comfortable in this role, which might not have been true five years ago. Kate Beckinsale, despite being underused, is adorable, although I sort of miss the skintight leather garments. David Hasselhoff continues his recent trend of poking fun at himself at every turn. Rarely has anyone gotten more mileage from self-parody. Christopher Walken is Christopher Walken, although he tones down the weirdness a little. Finally, there's Sean Astin in a speedo - one of those moments I wish I hadn't been subjected to.Click is flawed but, on balance, it works. It accomplishes what it sets out to do tell an occasionally amusing, occasionally affecting drama about how adults often lose sight of what matters. There's no subtlety in the approach, but there wasn't any in either A Christmas Carol or It's a Wonderful Life, either. There's more to the film than meets the eye from the commercials and trailers, but the question lingers for Sandler's fans (those who keep his movies at the top of the box office): Is that a good thing or not? For me, there's no question it's the former.。