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The Next Best Thing
The Next Best Thing: Who Is the Greatest Celebrity Impersonator? is an American reality TV series competition of celebrity impersonators with a grand prize of $100,000. It was hosted by Michele Merkin. The judges were Jeffrey Ross, Elon Gold and Lisa Ann Walter; ultimately, the winner was chosen by viewer voting. The eight-episode series debuted May 30, 2007 on the ABC television network and ended the same year. * Casting for Lookalike Talent Denise Bella Vlasis and Bea Fogleman.
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Plot Summary
A woman and her gay best friend decide to have a child together, sharing custody. After the child is born, the woman falls in love with the father, leading to complications as he plans to move away with his new girlfriend. The story explores the complexities of their unconventional family dynamic and the challenges of modern relationships.
Critical Reception
The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who criticized its plot, characters, and handling of themes. Audiences were also underwhelmed, leading to poor box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for a convoluted and unbelievable storyline.
The performances, particularly Madonna's, were met with mixed reactions, often deemed lacking depth.
The film's exploration of modern relationships and unconventional families was seen as superficial and unsatisfying.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's predictability and a lack of emotional resonance. Many felt the premise was interesting but poorly executed, and the characters were not relatable.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended for Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks before they dropped out, and the script was significantly rewritten for Madonna and Rupert Everett.
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