Thank Heaven
Thank Heaven

Thank Heaven

2001Movie79 minEnglish

The life of Jack Lander (Matt Keeslar) a television news producer, was a disaster ... until the day when a misdirected golf ball changed everything. During a round of golf with friends, Jack ball accidentally hits an old man and leaves him unconscious. Arnie (Gene Bicknell) and will call then wakes up with amnesia. Jack has to take responsibility for it. As the day progresses, Arnie performs small miracles wherever he go. But what is it about Arnie? How do you perform those miracles?

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Google Users70%
Director: Dan GlickmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A successful career woman navigates the complexities of love and family when her two boyfriends, each representing a different ideal, unexpectedly enter her life simultaneously. She finds herself torn between the stable, dependable doctor and the spontaneous, passionate musician. The film explores her choices and the humorous, heartfelt consequences of trying to balance these two vastly different relationships.

Critical Reception

Thank Heaven received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Nia Long, and its relatable exploration of modern romantic dilemmas. Some reviewers found the plot predictable, but overall, it was seen as an enjoyable romantic comedy with a good balance of humor and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Nia Long's charismatic performance and the film's engaging romantic storyline.
  • Some critics found the plot to be somewhat formulaic for the genre.
  • Appreciated for its blend of humor and heartfelt moments in exploring relationship choices.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's enjoyable romantic comedy elements and strong lead performances. Many viewers found the story engaging and relatable, appreciating the humor and emotional resonance, though some felt it adhered closely to familiar romantic comedy tropes.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The B.I.G. Picture' before being changed to 'Thank Heaven' during production.

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