How to Be a Player
How to Be a Player

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How to Be a Player

1997
Movie
93 min
English

Dray is a young playboy whose only objective in life seems to be to have sex with as many girls as he can without getting caught by his girlfriend Lisa. Dray's sister Jenny and her friend Katrina plan to show him that the way he lives is wrong and organize a party in Malibu, inviting all of his girlfriends.

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IMDb5.2/10
Google Users65%
Director: Lionel C. MartinGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Drexel, a smooth-talking ladies' man with a penchant for juggling multiple relationships, believes he has his love life perfectly under control. However, his carefully constructed world begins to unravel when two of his girlfriends decide to throw him a surprise birthday party on the same night. Drexel must then scramble to keep his web of deceit from collapsing around him, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and awkward encounters.

Critical Reception

How to Be a Player was met with generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and reliance on stereotypical humor. However, it found a more favorable reception among audiences, particularly for its comedic performances and lighthearted approach to relationships.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor is often seen as juvenile and predictable.

  • Bill Bellamy's performance as the womanizer is considered a highlight by some.

  • The plot is considered formulaic and lacks originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film is not critically acclaimed, it provides a fun and entertaining watch for those looking for a straightforward comedy. Many enjoyed the lighthearted premise and the comedic timing of the cast, though some noted that the humor could be a bit repetitive.

Fun Fact

Singer Montell Jordan, known for his hit song 'This Is How We Do It,' plays one of the main character's friends, Marlon, in the film.

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