A Kevin James comedy that my leave many with mixed emotions in my opinion. This comedy/romance premiered on the 12th of August and from the few opinions I got from others, things are not looking good. Although there are moments in the film that may have the audience in hysterics, the overall concept of the film for me feels as though it takes on a similar pattern of that of Dr Doolittle. However, in this film it is the zoo keeper being helped by the animals instead of the other way around. So for me and I am sure many others, it seems to be a copy that lacks originality.
The movie is about how Griffon Keys (Kevin James) the zoo keeper, has not been able to get over his superficial ex-girlfriend Stephanie (Leslie Bibb), who unceremoniously dumped him five years ago during a romantic proposal on the beach, as she was embarrassed about his occupation. When he bumps into her at his brothers' engagement party, this is where he begins his attempt to win her back. Talking about possibly leaving the zoo in order to find a job suitable to win his ex back, this is where the animals step in and decide to break their code of silence as they are afraid of losing their favourite zoo keeper. They start to help Griffon with rules of courtship - animal style. (This is where most of the humour lies in the film). However, he soon realises who he is more suited for, Kate (Rosaris Dawson). She also works at the zoo with Griffon. Other well known characters include Adam Sandler, he plays Donald the monkey and Nick Nolte who plays the gorilla.
Although this movie may not be an extraordinary box office hit, it is still a movie that is recommended for families as it is a PG rated film. The kids will be amused by the talking animals, while the adults will be able to understand the hidden connotations in the hilarious behaviours they teach Griffon.
Directed by: Frank Coraci
Written by: Jay Schericks and David Ronn
Time duration: 1hr. 41min
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