Originally Posted By magnet I did a double take when I saw this at Apple trailers. Isn't there something a bit odd about leaving your kids with Adam Sandler and trusting him to tell them wholesome bedtime stories?? I know he certainly wouldn't have the job at my house! By the way, after watching the trailer for this Christmas movie I have to say it did make me laugh, but the whole idea of Adam Sandler in that role sent a little chill down my spine.
Originally Posted By bobiascastle I love Adam Sandler & would leave my kids with him anyday. My son grew up on his earlier movies (the last few have been a little too grown up for him) but I think he would be an amazing babysitter & we all happy that he is coming out with a movie we can all go see together instead of just mommy & daddy.
Originally Posted By mele Why does it matter again? Don't most comedians and/or actors perform in movies for adults most of the time? This means they can't do a kid's film?
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains He is a daddy now... I am guessing he is occasionally left alone with his Daughter.
Originally Posted By magnet >>>He is a daddy now... I am guessing he is occasionally left alone with his Daughter.<<< It's wrong to equate his family life with his on-screen persona. I'm sure he's a wonderful father. However, he often plays irresponsible characters in films and that casting does make this an odd choice in my opinion. I'm not commenting on the real-life person, Adam Sandler, but the types of characters he has played. >>>Why does it matter again? Don't most comedians and/or actors perform in movies for adults most of the time? This means they can't do a kid's film?<<< In some cases, no. Given his prior films, I would have to preview the movie before letting children see it, regardless of the Disney branding. The trust is not there. That can change, but it's certainly not there for me right now. I might rent it, but it would not be a theater-night family outing when I have no idea what we're about to see. >>>I know he certainly wouldn't have the job at my house!<<< This is not a jab at who Adam Sandler is in real-life by any means. However, there are only a few cases where I would let the characters he's played tell bedtime stories to my kid. I'm glad all of you so far are great champions for Adam Sandler movies. I am not. I hope Disney made a good gamble on y'all.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros "...after watching the trailer for this Christmas movie..." Isn't Adam Sandler Jewish? Isn't he the one that did the Chaunnaka song? Makes it seem like an even stranger choice... : )
Originally Posted By Disney and beyond The movie is not about christmas, it has a christmas release. The movie doesn't look that bad, actually. Not that I would see it, but It doesn't look as bad as other "Adult Actor does a kids movie" films
Originally Posted By DlandDug This film casts Sandler as a standard issue Hollywood "fun" Uncle. He's younger, hipper 'n wacky-ier than the folks, and can be trusted with the kids. Sandler needs to expand his film roles, and this looks like the property to do that. I hope it turns out good.
Originally Posted By magnet I also hope it turns out to be good. The trailer definitely was funny. If that happens, then it'll likely change the awkwardness I feel about him in a movie like this. But, this one will likely be a rental if I see it at all.
Originally Posted By MarilynMouse I don't believe there is any problems with Sandler branching out into different roles... he is an actor, and just because he can be vulgar in one movie, does not mean he can't be pleasant in another. Besides, once actors and actresses have children, they usually end up in at least one kid friendly film that they and their children can enjoy together. Of course, I can understand if your simply not a fan of Sandler lol. The only problem would probably be that if a child liked him or the movie and tried to seek out more on the internet, it could lead them to other projects he has done which are less family friendly.
Originally Posted By EmmaJayne I think the trailer looks amazing! I was a little suprised to see Adam Sandler in a childrens film but it looks like lots of fun- I can't wait to see it!
Originally Posted By DAR This is going to be a huge hit. It's got all of the elements that made A Night At the Museum a big hit. Family friendly. Fantastical elements. A Christmas release date. With Harry Potter not coming out until next summer this could be the biggest hit of the Holidays.
