After losing his wife and kids in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Charlie (Adam Sandler) goes into a severe depression and retreats from the world. Luckily, he runs into his old college roommate, Alan (Don Cheadle), who feels sorry for his old friend and does his best to draw him back out.
This is Sandler's 3rd attempt to persuade movie goers that he is a serious actor. Although he did a good job in all 3 (Punch Drunk Love, Spanglish are the other 2 efforts) it's difficult to take him seriously when you remember him in previous roles chasing imaginary penguins and taking golf lessons from Apollo Creed. Don't get me wrong...I like Billy Madison just as much as the average college sophomore...I simply cringe when goofy actors try to tackle drama when they should know their audience prefers goofy over serious material.
Reign Over Me is a good film. You will like it more if you are unfamiliar with Sandler's past work. Jamie says "7".
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