In Good Company

Without much profound to say, the latest film by Paul Weitz doesn't register thematically | Andrew Coffin

Brothers Chris and Paul Weitz first appeared on the film scene co-directing the trashy but often-mimicked teen sex comedy American Pie. Later, they executed a surprising shift and directed the far more mature About a Boy.

Paul Weitz's latest film—he directed this one alone—has more in common with About a Boy than his earlier projects. In Good Company (rated PG-13 for some sexual content and drug references) has similar aspirations—getting at what's "really important" about life. Regrettably, without much profound to say, the film doesn't register thematically.

Dan Foreman (Dennis Quaid) is a veteran ad exec and family man who treats his employees well and seems to have his priorities in order. When his magazine company is purchased by a huge conglomerate, Dan is retained, but knocked down a peg.

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