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F lirting with Disaster
Mel Copin has to accomplish self-discovery and resolve the mystery of his biological parents before being able to name his five-month-old son.

Written and Directed by David O. Russell
Cinematography by Eric Edwards

  Ben Stiller as Mel Coplin
Patricia Arquette as Nancy Coplin
Téa Leoni as Tina
Alan Alda as Richard Schlichting
Mary Tyler Moore as Mrs. Coplin
George Segal as Mr. Coplin
Lily Tomlin as Mary Schlichting
Josh Brolin as Tony
Richard Jenkins as Paul
Celia Weston as Valerie Swaney
Glenn Fitzgerald as Lonnie Schlichting
Beth Ostrosky as Jane
Running Time: 92 min.
Release Date: Mar. '96

Overall Call:
Writer/director David O. Russell has put together a very entertaining and original comedy. The ensemble cast is outstanding. The story line is unique and there are numerous laugh-out-loud scenes, characters and jokes. Take a look at the cast list, if the ensemble interests you check out this under appreciated screwball comedy.

Reasons For Recommendation:
+ A funny original comedy that accomplishes its goals
+ Great ensemble cast

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