It was fun watching Brooks do his bit. Given most movies that I've seen on the TV as of late, to include the offerings on Pay per View, HBO and Starz, this one was a welcome change. I've read some reviews that say the ending was less than acceptable. Well, such is life. A story doesn't have to have a transcendental message to be enjoyed. For those who think that's essential, I suggest they watch the movie up to the final fifteen minutes, turn off the TV and make up their own ending. As for me, I can live with it just the way it was. One clear measure that I have that it was a movie worth watching? Well, my wife actually stayed awake through most of it!