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It's a good thing Sandra Bullock knows her strengths and weaknesses, because without Bullock as star and producer, Miss Congeniality would be an insufferable mess as opposed to being a mildly enjoyable trifle that is custom-made for Bullock's established screen persona. Only Bullock's fans could really appreciate this fluff (even then they'll wish its ripe premise had been more intelligently handled), but it's not without some highlights to accompany Bullock's reliable charms. Here she plays clumsy, nerdy FBI agent Gracie Hart, who is given the horrific pseudonym Gracie Lou Freebush (one example of the movie's juvenile tendencies) when assigned to infiltrate a beauty pageant to investigate threats of a terrorist attack.
Transforming Bullock from frumpy to stunning is a piece of cake (although she gives pageant coach Michael Caine a run for his money), so the movie's premise is trivial at best. More enjoyable is her character's uncouth disdain for pageant contestants and her mistaken perception that they're all a bunch of bimbos. The movie nicely charts Gracie's realization that her own pageant makeover provides a much-needed ego boost. In addition to Caine's effortless scene-stealing, pageant host William Shatner and organizer Candice Bergen are smart choices for comedic support (Shatner's a perfect Bert Parks wannabe), but the movie desperately needs a credible foundation for its comedy to really pay off. Bullock's bureau boss (Benjamin Bratt) is an unconvincing dimwit, and none of the plotting is as smart as say Beverly Hills Cop in combining procedure with laughs. That leaves Bullock to carry the burden of a comedy that just barely works in her favor. --Jeff Shannon
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By falcon
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Format:DVD
this Sandra Bullock vehicle is watchable,and has some amusing
moments.most of those amusing moments come from Michael Caine,with a
few laughs from William Shatner.the plot is simple.Federal Agent Gracie
Hart(Sandra Bullock)has to go undercover as a contestant in the Miss
United States beauty pageant as her latest assignment.i won't give away
the reason for this particular assignment.but i will say that Gracie is
a tom boy with no idea of how to be a pageant contestant.the words
couth or grace,or elegance are not a part of her vocabulary.this is
where Victor Melling (Michael Caine)comes in.it's his job to mold
Gracie into someone resembling a pageant contestant.Caine gets the most
laughs for the whole movie.other than him and William Shatner,the movie
is nothing special.for me,Miss Congeniality is a 3/5
moments.most of those amusing moments come from Michael Caine,with a
few laughs from William Shatner.the plot is simple.Federal Agent Gracie
Hart(Sandra Bullock)has to go undercover as a contestant in the Miss
United States beauty pageant as her latest assignment.i won't give away
the reason for this particular assignment.but i will say that Gracie is
a tom boy with no idea of how to be a pageant contestant.the words
couth or grace,or elegance are not a part of her vocabulary.this is
where Victor Melling (Michael Caine)comes in.it's his job to mold
Gracie into someone resembling a pageant contestant.Caine gets the most
laughs for the whole movie.other than him and William Shatner,the movie
is nothing special.for me,Miss Congeniality is a 3/5
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By B. Viberg
Format:DVD
Miss Congeniality DVD ~ Sandra Bullock is not the next idea for the noble peace prize. Then why bother with to much pretense. The movie is fun, francy free and void of social commentery which is nice.
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This is a feel good movie and I enjoyed Sandra Bullock's acting and humor. She is an exellent actress, one of my favourites. The production and sets were well done and the movie flowed from scene to scene smoothly.
For a light, exciting humorous view pick," Miss Congeniality".
For a light, exciting humorous view pick," Miss Congeniality".
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Fantastic Comedy With a Great Message
Sandra Bullock is one of America's best loved actresses for a reason - she is genuine, not fake. I have seen several of her movies, and I love them all. Read more
Published on July 1 2004 by L. Mintah
2.0 out of 5 stars
Miss Congenialty is fluffy and sweet
This movie ain't great art, and it's really pretty silly. Sandra Bullock is wonderfully charismatic, and saves what is really an ordinary, forgettable film. Read more
Published on Jun 17 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Movie
This is a great movie and I have it in VHS format, but WHY can I not get this, and other movies, in full screen formatting for DVD. Why is widescreen being pushed down my throat. Read more
Published on Jun 15 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars
"Gracie Lou Freebush? My IQ just dropped ten points."
Sandra Bullokc can turn her hand to almost anything, but she sticks to a tried-and-true formula, of what she does best: act like she probably does in real life! Read more
Published on Jun 6 2004 by Meesha
5.0 out of 5 stars
homage to hallowed heroine legends
notice the visual tributes to now classic cinema - this magnificent modern but truly beautiful Martha Ray(sic) becomes Katherine Ross of correctly 1974 "Stepford Wives"... Read more
Published on April 28 2004 by marie saydah sherer
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Chick Flick
I'm a guy and I'm not normally a fan of chick flicks. However, I am a fan of this movie. It was pretty funny and a good mixture of some other things that really make it work. Read more
Published on April 26 2004 by Matthew Edmundson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Bullock and Bratt make a great couple, too bad Julia dind't stick with him. A great movie!
Published on April 24 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars
Deft Comedy
Miss Congeniality took me by surprise. Sandra Bullock in a chick flick about a beauty pagaent? Come on... Read more
Published on April 7 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sandra Bullock is a savvy movie maker
Let's give Sandra Bullock credit where credit is due:
- She's a savvy businesswoman. Not only is she the star of 'Miss Congeniality' (and the subsequently released 'Two Weeks... Read more
Published on Mar 19 2004 by Andy Orrock
4.0 out of 5 stars
girls night movie
i didnt like it at first, but now one of my faveys. recommended for a fun night with a big bowl of popcorn.
Published on Mar 19 2004 by Susie Q.
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