Sure, this film has a lot of hockey, but that is only the backdrop to a study of small town values and living. Hockey is what binds the town together, especially the "Saturday game," which is just about the only thing going in Mystery (Well, there is one other thing!). Just like all small towns, things change when the local boy made good returns with a game with the New York Rangers.
Hockey fans, of which I am not one,will enjoy the movie, but the real story is the cast of characters and how they deal with life in Mystery, and life in general. Russell Crowe was fantastic as the sheriff. Hank Azaria, Mary McCormack, Burt Reynolds, Lolita Davidovich, and Colm Meaney all put in outstanding performances in this enjoyable comedy. It is one I come back to over and over to see a great ensemble cast and a great story.
Hockey fans, of which I am not one,will enjoy the movie, but the real story is the cast of characters and how they deal with life in Mystery, and life in general. Russell Crowe was fantastic as the sheriff. Hank Azaria, Mary McCormack, Burt Reynolds, Lolita Davidovich, and Colm Meaney all put in outstanding performances in this enjoyable comedy. It is one I come back to over and over to see a great ensemble cast and a great story.