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The Rules (For Men)
While some bright penny made a lot of money publishing a book for women about "The Rules" of wooing and winning a man, one man who can't be bothered to write such things down explains his own system for getting what he wants from the ladies in this comedy. Michael Vigilante (Robert Capelli Jr.) is a lawyer who considers sex to be a vitally important part of his well-being -- and the more sex (and the more women) he gets, the better. Vigilante shares his guiding philosophies on the fine art of convincing women to sleep with him when he isn't busy dealing with his former girlfriend (Christine Nagy), a crazy psychoanalyst (Frank Gorshin), a thick-headed prosecutor (Vincent Pastore), a love-starved judge (Nancy Siriani), and a humorless mob enforcer (Ken Del Vecchio). The Rules for Men also features Howard Stern Show regular Jackie Martling (aka "Jackie The Joke Man") as a partner of Vigilante's law firm
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Plot Summary
The film follows the life of a young man named Damon who is trying to navigate the complexities of relationships and love. He faces challenges and learns valuable lessons about respect, trust, and commitment. The story explores the dynamics between men and women and the societal pressures that influence them.
Critical Reception
The Rules (For Men) received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its earnest attempt to address relationship issues while others found its execution lacking. Audiences had a similarly divided response, with some connecting with the film's message and others criticizing its pacing and dialogue.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its relatable themes about modern relationships.
Criticized for occasionally heavy-handed dialogue and predictable plot points.
Noted as a well-intentioned, though imperfect, exploration of male-female dynamics.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and difficult to aggregate, but some indicate appreciation for the film's attempt to portray realistic relationship struggles and the lessons learned within them.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a screenplay by the director himself, R. L. Scott, who aimed to create a narrative that spoke directly to the experiences of young men in contemporary society.
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