When nudity calls---Joseph Gordon Levitt and Scarlett Johansson as a couple who share very different tastes in film in Don Jon
We've all been there. That relationship in which pornography is a massive argument point. Now with Fifty Shades Of Grey's popularity skyrocketing day by day---it seems as if the writing and directorial debut of Joseph Gordon Levitt, Don Jon is more relevant than ever. This isn't anywhere close to being the most realistic film in the world but it does make many good points about the state of relationships nowadays.
The film stars Levitt as Jon---a lothario who shares much in common with "Jersey Shore"'s Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino in his respect for women. He sleeps with them, immediately watches porn and plans to never see them again. That is until he meets Barbara (Scarlett Johansson)---a woman whose life has always gone her way and doesn't respect the idea of porn. She does, however love cliche romantic comedies. This gives Jon the task of having to hide his porn addiction from her.
While I can not honestly say everyone should go out and see this film---I can say certain groups will love it. First off---couples, oddly enough will enjoy it because they will see much of their own relationship in these characters. Of course---fans of Levitt (myself included) will be glad to see what a confident and even excellent writing-directing debut he has made. I would also say that people who enjoy study the art of filmmaking and especially aspiring filmmakers should see it to observe what can be done for their first time making a film.
The supporting performances are also great. Glenne Headly is great as Jon's mother who is enthusiastic about him possibly finding the one. Julianne Moore is excellent as a classmate Jon befriends. Saving the best for last...I can not forget Tony Danza as Jon's father. He is also pretty obsessed with sex but doesn't see eye to eye with Jon on anything. There's a very funny argument involving the use of TiVo, in fact.
Like I said----Don Jon is going to turn a lot of people off. Whether that be because of its redundant (albeit well done) scenes, because of its subject matter or because of the constant graphicness both visually and orally. However, I enjoyed myself thoroughly while watching it and can honestly say that while it is not flawless (the ending, while sweet, still left me pretty cold, for example)---it's a nice surprise and a great debut for Levitt's other talents.
(4 out of 5 Stars, The film is rated R for strong graphic sexual material and dialogue throughout, nudity, language and some drug use)
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