My Funny Intern
Alan Tang plays a famous soccer coach who comes down with the flu. He goes to a clinic for help and meets Brigitte Lin who is a doctor. He is immediately taken with her and asks her out. She rebuffs his advances and refuses to attend his 25th birthday party. When Tang is sad at his party, his friends get the idea to fake a call to Doctor Fong (Lin). She comes and, although annoyed by the trick, stays. Lin and Tang then fall in love...
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Plot Summary
A naive and ambitious young man, fresh out of college, lands an internship at a prestigious but cutthroat New York magazine. Navigating office politics, demanding editors, and the complexities of adult relationships, he struggles to prove his worth and find his place in the world. Along the way, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters who both challenge and guide him.
Critical Reception
My Funny Intern received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its witty dialogue and strong performances, others found its narrative disjointed and its humor to be hit-or-miss. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its coming-of-age themes and others feeling it failed to live up to its comedic premise.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sharp dialogue and the charisma of its lead actors.
- Criticized for a meandering plot and uneven comedic tone.
- Seen by some as a nostalgic look at a specific era and its professional environments.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's nostalgic feel and the performances of the main cast, particularly Ryan O'Neal's portrayal of the titular intern. However, many found the plot to be less engaging than expected for a comedy and felt the film lacked a strong comedic punch.
Fun Fact
The film's original working title was 'The Intern,' but it was changed to 'My Funny Intern' to highlight the comedic elements and play on the title of the popular Broadway musical and film 'My Fair Lady'.
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