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This so-so romance is patently predictable. Will the good girl end up with the bad boy or the nice guy?The premise would have us believe that a sleazy, none-too-bright sportscaster (David Schwimmer) has fallen madly in love with a classy, intelligent book editor (Mili Avital). To test her loyalty, Schwimmer asks his best buddy (Jason Lee) to romance Avital.

The likable aspects of this tired triangle concern the wraparound narration, featuring the ever-humorous Bonnie Hunt.She relates this complicated romance to rapt guests at a wedding. The marriage in question is between Avital and a supposed mystery man. The problem is that there is never much of a mystery. Or much of a romance. --Rochelle O'Gorman ... Read more

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How Did This Movie Get Bad Reviews?!!
I have no idea how this movie got panned. While I saw it on a whim at a friend's house (i.e., I probably wouldn't have rented it on my own), it was HYSTERICAL. Like "Swingers," mentioned by the other reviewer, it's a "quote" flick--meaning that you'll be spewing the best lines at unsuspecting friends/family for months to come. Sure, Schwimmer is Schwimmer--no great stretch--but Avital is gorgeous and Lee is hysterical.

Trust me: after you see this, you'll know what these lines mean: -"That's good, 'cause you suuuuuuuuuuuuuuuccked!" -"Whatup, Chicago?"

Granted, the premise is somewhat preposterous, but who cares! Pay attention to the opening scene, where Schwimmer/Avital tell conflicting stories about their first date--good payoff!

Good core romantic comedy core dvd holding
This movie, hands down, is worth owning. You have a breakout performance by Jason Lee and an always solid second lead by Friends' David Schwimmer. Most importantly, this movie has very clever and well written dialogue regarding a circle of late 20 somethings in 1990's Chicago who are living the ups and downs of single dating life. You have humor, wit, unexpected lover drama and all around good cinema. This movie keeps your attention from the getgo, does not let go--based on its story telling style. I'm in my early 30's and love this film, my girlfriend is mid-20's and loves this film. And yes, even my 63 year old parents thought this film was particularly captivating over a recent family holiday weekend. Buy it. Watch it once a year. It gets better with each viewing.

boo to the critics
What's with the bl***dy critics?! They obviously don't know a good movie when they see one. "Kissing A Fool" is an excellent film. One of the best comedies I've seen in years. David Schwimmer, Jason Lee and Mili Avital play their roles well - they have very good chemistry. I never miss a Jason Lee film - even if it's something as lousy as "Heartbreakers". Because he never let's you down. I rented "Kissing A Fool" a couple of years ago and recently bought it on DVD so I could watch it a million times more.

ok
this movie is ok i wish david swimmer would play someone who was not i jurk but very well.

A little Cheesy...but more like Brie
Classic story of two best friends falling for the same girl with little twists of circumstance. Jason Lee (Jay) sets David Schwimmer (Max) into a fast pace relationship with Mili Avital (Samantha)...and things turn for the worst when Schwimmer's character makes a "test" which will be the ultimate decision for marriage or not.

Why the film doesn't churn your stomach is because of the mark of honesty that comes up in critical moments. The characters are admittedly fickle, sappy, emotionally crippled at times, unfaithful, inconsiderate, or drunk. This is what makes the movie interesting as it follows the familiar plot line into romantic comedy. ... Read more

Reviews (11)

great great movie
phat beach is a coming of age story that will enlighten 6 and 60 year old's alike. this was most defently the movie that defined the 90's Brian Hooks was undoubtaly snubbed by the oscar commitie for best supporting actor and coolieo was brilliant, we already knew he was the worlds greatist rapper but to be such a suppieror actor its almost unfair for one man to posses that much tallent. if you never watch phat beach then you would be doing yourself a grave injustice. the acting and writing of this film rival such classics as citizen cane and gremlins.

I want the 90 minutes of my life back. Stunningly bad movie
I really, really wanted to like Phat Beach. The premise of an African-American beach movie had a lot of promise. What could have been an original, unique and entertaining movie was done in by a lack of effort. I was expecting a campy hip-hop version of "Beach Blanket Bingo" but instead wound up watching an awful unfunny film that didn't know what it was about. Was it a beach movie or a ghetto comedy? I really don't care. I want the 90 minutes of my life back that his film stole.

Phat Beach had its potential undermined by poor production values, horrible acting, and a script that seemed t be written by a chimp. The plot of the movie went in more directions than an ADD kid. I couldn't like any of the characters because I never got know any of them. It seemed everyone in this movie had a personality that was as deep as a Dixie cup. I'm still figuring out who is the main character, Benny or Terrell? Why do they want to go to the beach? Supposedly to sell sunglasses, but they never do that. Then there's a volleyball contest, he runs into his parents wins the contest and gets the girl. The End. However, that's the same as the beginning, a really bad rap video that features none of the actors in the film. And I'm still figuring out why the white guy was Terrell's rival and not Benny's.

Don't get me wrong I really like bad movies, the cheesier the better. The cheesily Krafted flicks made by the defunct Cannon Group and the late Samuel Z. Arkoff (American Ninja, Ninja III, Dixie Dynamite, Bleach Blanket Bingo and How to stuff a Wild Bikini) try hard to entertain and overcome their poor production values with a great script, strong effort by the actors and the director. The enthusiasm and energy you feel from everyone in the film makes you overlook the obstacle of a low budget and like the film. However Phat Beach feels so [poorly made] that I felt like I was watching somebody's home videos. The lethargic performances of the actors are so bad that it reminds me of a high school play. It seems no one tried to make this film work. It's a shame too, because this could have been a great film if the production team had a good script and the actors camped it up. All I can say is: Don't buy it. Don't rent it. Don't borrow it from the library. Don't even watch it on TV. You will wish you cleaned the gutters for 90 minutes rather than watch this film.

Now some please tell me...
Someone please tell me why they made this movie. I saw it only becasue I thought it had John Wayne in it. Its just a bunch of people running around acting like they own the place. Do they own it? They never said that they did or didn't. My guess is that they do, i meant why would they do all this if they didn't. Who owns what what do I am what am I talking about who am I.

very predictable
with the right actor for this film like a Jamie Foxx this would have been a breakthrough film for him.but the film trys to many cliched themes done many times before.it has it's moments.Jermaine Hopkins has skills.but the sidekick was wack.i liked the Bikini Contest.but overall a Black Version of Spring Break 2 or 3.nothing special.a few good things but overall forgotten.

It's not the best, but worth a look, and the girls are hot
This is not on my list of favorite movies, but it is at least enjoyable. And the actor who plays Benny has talent. Where is he now, when we're seeing the same faces over and over in movies?

For me, though, the main thing here was the girls. Or one girl in particular. Claudia Kaleem was mucho calliente as the girl of Benny's dreams, but she had nothing on sexy porn star Devin Deray, who made a cameo as a stripper with enormous breasts. If you like 'em big, keep your eyes open for this scene! ... Read more

Reviews (24)

How Did This Movie Get Bad Reviews?!!
I have no idea how this movie got panned. While I saw it on a whim at a friend's house (i.e., I probably wouldn't have rented it on my own), it was HYSTERICAL. Like "Swingers," mentioned by the other reviewer, it's a "quote" flick--meaning that you'll be spewing the best lines at unsuspecting friends/family for months to come. Sure, Schwimmer is Schwimmer--no great stretch--but Avital is gorgeous and Lee is hysterical.

Trust me: after you see this, you'll know what these lines mean: -"That's good, 'cause you suuuuuuuuuuuuuuuccked!" -"Whatup, Chicago?"

Granted, the premise is somewhat preposterous, but who cares! Pay attention to the opening scene, where Schwimmer/Avital tell conflicting stories about their first date--good payoff!

Good core romantic comedy core dvd holding
This movie, hands down, is worth owning. You have a breakout performance by Jason Lee and an always solid second lead by Friends' David Schwimmer. Most importantly, this movie has very clever and well written dialogue regarding a circle of late 20 somethings in 1990's Chicago who are living the ups and downs of single dating life. You have humor, wit, unexpected lover drama and all around good cinema. This movie keeps your attention from the getgo, does not let go--based on its story telling style. I'm in my early 30's and love this film, my girlfriend is mid-20's and loves this film. And yes, even my 63 year old parents thought this film was particularly captivating over a recent family holiday weekend. Buy it. Watch it once a year. It gets better with each viewing.

boo to the critics
What's with the bl***dy critics?! They obviously don't know a good movie when they see one. "Kissing A Fool" is an excellent film. One of the best comedies I've seen in years. David Schwimmer, Jason Lee and Mili Avital play their roles well - they have very good chemistry. I never miss a Jason Lee film - even if it's something as lousy as "Heartbreakers". Because he never let's you down. I rented "Kissing A Fool" a couple of years ago and recently bought it on DVD so I could watch it a million times more.

ok
this movie is ok i wish david swimmer would play someone who was not i jurk but very well.

A little Cheesy...but more like Brie
Classic story of two best friends falling for the same girl with little twists of circumstance. Jason Lee (Jay) sets David Schwimmer (Max) into a fast pace relationship with Mili Avital (Samantha)...and things turn for the worst when Schwimmer's character makes a "test" which will be the ultimate decision for marriage or not.

Why the film doesn't churn your stomach is because of the mark of honesty that comes up in critical moments. The characters are admittedly fickle, sappy, emotionally crippled at times, unfaithful, inconsiderate, or drunk. This is what makes the movie interesting as it follows the familiar plot line into romantic comedy. ... Read more

Reviews (11)

great great movie
phat beach is a coming of age story that will enlighten 6 and 60 year old's alike. this was most defently the movie that defined the 90's Brian Hooks was undoubtaly snubbed by the oscar commitie for best supporting actor and coolieo was brilliant, we already knew he was the worlds greatist rapper but to be such a suppieror actor its almost unfair for one man to posses that much tallent. if you never watch phat beach then you would be doing yourself a grave injustice. the acting and writing of this film rival such classics as citizen cane and gremlins.

I want the 90 minutes of my life back. Stunningly bad movie
I really, really wanted to like Phat Beach. The premise of an African-American beach movie had a lot of promise. What could have been an original, unique and entertaining movie was done in by a lack of effort. I was expecting a campy hip-hop version of "Beach Blanket Bingo" but instead wound up watching an awful unfunny film that didn't know what it was about. Was it a beach movie or a ghetto comedy? I really don't care. I want the 90 minutes of my life back that his film stole.

Phat Beach had its potential undermined by poor production values, horrible acting, and a script that seemed t be written by a chimp. The plot of the movie went in more directions than an ADD kid. I couldn't like any of the characters because I never got know any of them. It seemed everyone in this movie had a personality that was as deep as a Dixie cup. I'm still figuring out who is the main character, Benny or Terrell? Why do they want to go to the beach? Supposedly to sell sunglasses, but they never do that. Then there's a volleyball contest, he runs into his parents wins the contest and gets the girl. The End. However, that's the same as the beginning, a really bad rap video that features none of the actors in the film. And I'm still figuring out why the white guy was Terrell's rival and not Benny's.

Don't get me wrong I really like bad movies, the cheesier the better. The cheesily Krafted flicks made by the defunct Cannon Group and the late Samuel Z. Arkoff (American Ninja, Ninja III, Dixie Dynamite, Bleach Blanket Bingo and How to stuff a Wild Bikini) try hard to entertain and overcome their poor production values with a great script, strong effort by the actors and the director. The enthusiasm and energy you feel from everyone in the film makes you overlook the obstacle of a low budget and like the film. However Phat Beach feels so [poorly made] that I felt like I was watching somebody's home videos. The lethargic performances of the actors are so bad that it reminds me of a high school play. It seems no one tried to make this film work. It's a shame too, because this could have been a great film if the production team had a good script and the actors camped it up. All I can say is: Don't buy it. Don't rent it. Don't borrow it from the library. Don't even watch it on TV. You will wish you cleaned the gutters for 90 minutes rather than watch this film.

Now some please tell me...
Someone please tell me why they made this movie. I saw it only becasue I thought it had John Wayne in it. Its just a bunch of people running around acting like they own the place. Do they own it? They never said that they did or didn't. My guess is that they do, i meant why would they do all this if they didn't. Who owns what what do I am what am I talking about who am I.

very predictable
with the right actor for this film like a Jamie Foxx this would have been a breakthrough film for him.but the film trys to many cliched themes done many times before.it has it's moments.Jermaine Hopkins has skills.but the sidekick was wack.i liked the Bikini Contest.but overall a Black Version of Spring Break 2 or 3.nothing special.a few good things but overall forgotten.

It's not the best, but worth a look, and the girls are hot
This is not on my list of favorite movies, but it is at least enjoyable. And the actor who plays Benny has talent. Where is he now, when we're seeing the same faces over and over in movies?

For me, though, the main thing here was the girls. Or one girl in particular. Claudia Kaleem was mucho calliente as the girl of Benny's dreams, but she had nothing on sexy porn star Devin Deray, who made a cameo as a stripper with enormous breasts. If you like 'em big, keep your eyes open for this scene! ... Read more