Opinions onAdam Sandler’s movies vary, depending on who you ask.
Some people feel that his filmography started off strong, then slowly started shifting into predictable dreck.
When he’s not…well, you getPixels, which not even the greatPeter Dinklagecould salvage.
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I’m referring to the one, the only,Mr.
It’d be years before I learned that Sandler and directorSteven Brillremade a classicFrank Caprafilm:Mr.
Deeds Goes To Town.
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Some details have obviously changed, butMr.
Deedskeeps the general story intact.
It helps thatSandler’s portrayal of Deeds feels very Capra-esque, despite the crude humor laced throughoutMr.
It’s why I keep returning toMr.
Deedsout of all of Sandler’s work, as it feels much more endearing to me.
The Comedy in ‘Mr.
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Deeds’ Works Because of Strong Setups and Payoffs
What makesMr.
Deedssuch a pleasure to revisit is how it sets up some hilarious moments thatsmartly pay off throughout the film.
Cue them flying off… to Winchestertonfield, Iowa.
you’re free to’t tell me it wasn’t Ryder breaking character.
An arrogant football player storms into the room asking for more money?
Their friendship could survive anything… except each other!
The best payoff inMr.
Deedshas to come fromDeeds' left foot, which is black and swollen from frostbite.
I never thought frostbite could be a source of so much humor, but Sandler proved me wrong.
And that’s whyMr.
Deedsremains a gem in Sandler’s filmography.
John Turturro Steals the Show in ‘Mr.
But it’sJohn Turturrowho stands out as the butler Emilio.
Emilio is the source of the best running gag inMr.
Deeds, as he seemingly has the abilityto appear whenever he’s needed.
Keeping in line withMr.
However, repeated viewings add further clarity to this twist, and proves to me thatMr.
Deedshas aged surprisingly well.
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