This marks Adam Sandler’s first time acting; he wasn’t involved in writing or directing, nor did he originate the concept for the film. He simply portrays the lead role of a comedian who isn't funny and aspires to be so (while on a boat). Sandler’s performance is not good—it’s clumsy—though that doesn’t really stand out considering how terrible everything else is. The filmmaking itself is poor, and the writing fares …

Among all of Adam Sandler’s films, this one and Punch Drunk Love stand out as the least intelligent ones I’ve encountered. Surprisingly, it manages to be amusing. In this picture, Adam Sandler appears more foolish than someone with any real stature.