Reign Over Me

[Brian in Mesa]

Reign Over Me

Release Date: March 23, 2007
Studio: Sony Pictures
Director: Mike Binder
Screenwriter: Mike Binder
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: R (for language and some sexual references)
Website: Reign Over Me

Starring: Adam Sandler, Don Cheadle, Jada Pinkett Smith, Liv Tyler, Saffron Burrows, Donald Sutherland, Mike Binder

Plot Summary: In Columbia Pictures' new drama "Reign Over Me," two former college roommates Charlie Fineman (Adam Sandler) and Alan Johnson (Don Cheadle) run into each other years later and rekindle their friendship. Charlie, who recently lost his wife and children, has retreated from his life, while Alan is overwhelmed by his family and professional responsibilities. Their chance meeting becomes a lifeline for Charlie and Alan, both of whom are in need of a trusted friend at this pivotal moment in their lives. "Reign Over Me" was written and directed by Mike Binder ("The Upside of Anger").

 

[Linderbee]

I really want to see this.

 

[Bada0Bing]

I just started watching this one. I'm about half way thru and wow, this is a great movie so far. Adam Sandler is putting on a hell of a performance. So is Cheadle, as usual.

 

[Linderbee]

I really want to see this.

 

[dreamcastrocks]

quoting yourself?

Is that genetic too?

 

[Linderbee]

quoting yourself?

Is that genetic too?

Nope. That's all me

I just wanted to see this so badly when I saw the trailers. Of course, I forgot about its existence, and now I'm just mad I still haven't seen it.

 

[azsouthendzone]

Saw it two nights ago. Great film.

 

[Mulli]

Is this another film where the brother has magic powers?

 

[azsouthendzone]

Is this another film where the brother has magic powers?

no magic powers

 

[Renz]

I bet it's not as good as Reign of Fire.

 

[dreamcastrocks]

I bet it's not as good as Reign of Fire.

or Reign Man.

 

[Mulli]

Singing in the Reign?

 

[dreamcastrocks]

Purple Reign??

Black Reign??

 

[Bada0Bing]

I really want to see this.

Do it Linder! I can almost guarantee you'll like it.

This was a great movie. Sandler and Cheadle just sucked me into the story and the supporting cast was pretty good too. Ryan from The Office had a funny little part. The amount of humor was perfect, just enough to lighten the mood at times.

I had forgotten what a great song "Love, Reign O'er Me" by The Who is.

Mike Binder wrote the lead role with Tom Cruise in mind, who turned it down.

Brad Pitt was considered for the role of Charlie Fineman.

At first Adam Sandler declined his part because he was terrified of it, although he thought the character was incredible after he read the script. A month later, he reread the script and decided that he wanted to do it.

I'm glad he did it, I don't think it would have been the same with a different actor playing Charlie.

 

[Linderbee]

Do it Linder! I can almost guarantee you'll like it.

I'm sure I will. I just don't like watching movies alone

 

[Shane]

I'm sure I will. I just don't like watching movies alone

Why?

I love watching movies no matter whos around. In fact they can be WAYYY more enjoyable on your own.

 

[Linderbee]

Why?

I love watching movies no matter whos around. In fact they can be WAYYY more enjoyable on your own.

That's you. It's not me.

 

[Shane]

That's you. It's not me.

Once again why? Why do you need someone with you to enjoy a movie "more" ??????

 

[dreamcastrocks]

Why?

I love watching movies no matter whos around. In fact they can be WAYYY more enjoyable on your own.

Me 2. No one interrupting you in a movie that you are watching by yourself. Definitely depends on the movie.

 

[Shane]

Me 2. No one interrupting you in a movie that you are watching by yourself. Definitely depends on the movie.

Yup. I like watching movies with my wife. But I hate it when she interupts to make little comments about stuff. I end up missing whole lines that are important to the movie.

 

[dreamcastrocks]

Yup. I like watching movies with my wife. But I hate it when she interupts to make little comments about stuff. I end up missing whole lines that are important to the movie.

I absolutely hated watching movies with my wife that she had already seen, but I haven't. Nothing worse than them trying to explain the plot, or the "here comes the best part" line.

 

[Shane]

I absolutely hated watching movies with my wife that she had already seen, but I haven't. Nothing worse than them trying to explain the plot, or the "here comes the best part" line.

 

[Linderbee]

Once again why? Why do you need someone with you to enjoy a movie "more" ??????

I guess I don't mind if it's by choice. I have no choice. It makes me lonely. Generally, I enjoy doing things that I consider fun with someone. I'm not cut out to be single. Some are, & that's fine. I prefer companionship.

Would you like me to get you a bigger salt shaker & some lemon juice?

 

[SuperSpck]

Why?

I love watching movies no matter whos around. In fact they can be WAYYY more enjoyable on your own.

The adult film industry is built on that notion.

 

[Shane]

Would you like me to get you a bigger salt shaker & some lemon juice?

?????