Click Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A guy gets a magical remote that lets him skip all the boring parts of life, only to realize that *gasp* life is actually made up of the boring parts!

🍿 Click: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Introduction: A Workaholic’s Dream

Michael Newman, a dedicated architect, struggles to balance his demanding career with his family life. His boss, Mr. Ammer, dangles a potential partnership, pushing Michael to prioritize work over his wife, Donna, and their two children, Ben and Samantha. Frustrated with the daily grind, Michael seeks a simple solution: a universal remote.

The Universal Remote: A Life-Altering Gift

During a late-night search at Bed Bath & Beyond, Michael stumbles upon a mysterious clerk named Morty, who presents him with a unique ‘universal’ remote. This is no ordinary device; it can control time itself. Michael can now pause, rewind, and fast-forward through his life, initially using it to skip arguments and unpleasant moments.

Losing Control: The Remote’s Autopilot

As Michael relies more on the remote, it begins to anticipate his desires and operate on its own, fast-forwarding through significant life events without his conscious control. He learns that his body goes on ‘auto-pilot’ during these skipped periods. He misses important milestones, including his dog’s death and family moments.

Future Shock: A Grim Reality

The remote’s autonomy leads Michael to a future where he’s obese, divorced, and estranged from his children. He witnesses Donna with another man and discovers his own unhealthy lifestyle has taken a toll. A visit to his father reveals a missed opportunity for connection before his father’s passing, intensifying Michael’s regret.

Confronting Death: A Second Chance?

Experiencing a heart attack and facing his mortality, Michael learns the true identity of Morty: the Angel of Death. He’s given a glimpse into his son’s future, mirroring his own workaholic tendencies. Michael, realizing the profound mistakes he’s made, collapses while trying to reach his family. He awakens with a chance to change everything.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Michael Newman (Adam Sandler): A workaholic architect who receives a universal remote that can control time, learning a valuable lesson about prioritizing family over career.
• Donna Newman (Kate Beckinsale): Michael’s loving wife who becomes increasingly neglected as he prioritizes his work and abuses the remote’s capabilities.
• Morty (Christopher Walken): An eccentric Bed Bath & Beyond employee and the Angel of Death who gives Michael the remote, serving as a guide and a harbinger of consequences.
• Ammer (David Hasselhoff): Michael’s demanding and unappreciative boss, who constantly dangles a partnership to exploit Michael’s work ethic.
• Ted Newman (Henry Winkler): Michael’s father, whose attempts to connect are repeatedly rebuffed by Michael’s dedication to his career, leading to regret.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Morty: “The most precious thing in life is life itself.” – Morty imparts this wisdom to Michael, highlighting the film’s central theme about cherishing every moment.
• Michael: “Family comes first.” – Michael shouts this realization to his son, Ben, finally understanding the importance of family over work.
• Michael: “Don’t fast forward! Enjoy the moment!” – Michael, in his dying moments, pleads with his son not to make the same mistakes he did.
• Morty: “You can’t just skip ahead to the good parts without understanding what makes them good.” – Morty explains to Michael the consequences of fast-forwarding through life’s difficult moments.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $82.5M
• Domestic Gross: $137.3M
• Worldwide Gross: $240.7M

💥 Click Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this thinking it would be another silly Adam Sandler movie, but wow, was I surprised! The remote concept is hilarious at first, but then it gets real. I actually teared up when he was yelling at his son at the end – it hit way too close to home about valuing family. Christopher Walken is awesome in this too. I thought ‘Click’ delivered a good lesson.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Adam Sandler’s more sentimental films”
  • “Viewers who enjoy movies with a blend of comedy and drama”
  • “Those interested in stories about family relationships and life lessons”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Suggestive content”
  • “Some language”
  • “Themes of mortality and regret”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “While Adam Sandler tries for something deeper, ‘Click’ suffers from an inconsistent tone, alternating between crude humor and mawkish sentimentality. The movie’s message, though well-intentioned, gets lost in the shuffle.
• IMDb: “Though uneven, ‘Click’ offers a surprisingly poignant message about family and priorities, even amidst the typical Sandler slapstick. Walken steals every scene, and the film’s exploration of time and consequence is thought-provoking.
• Common Sense Media: “A good movie for families with tweens and teens, this movie teaches a good lesson while being entertaining.

Audience Reactions

Christopher Walken’s performance as Morty was a standout!: The humor and heartfelt message about appreciating family resonated with viewers.

The ending made me cry!: Many found the shift from comedy to drama surprisingly effective and moving.

Overall Consensus: A flawed but ultimately touching film that blends Sandler’s comedic style with surprisingly resonant themes of family and the importance of living in the moment. Not all jokes land, but the emotional core connects with audiences.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The coin trick that Henry Winkler does in the movie is something the actor does in real life. During public appearances, Winkler will often do the trick for children.”
• “Director Frank Coraci, known for comedies, aimed to blend humor with a genuine emotional core, making ‘Click’ a departure from typical Adam Sandler films.”
• “The movie’s plot bears similarities to the R.L. Stine short story ‘Click,’ where a universal remote controls real life, showcasing parallel ideas in different media.”

🖥️ How to Watch Click?

Click is available to rent or purchase on various platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your local listings for cable or satellite availability. Some streaming services may offer it as part of a subscription, while others require a separate transaction.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Click, you might like these similar films:

• It’s a Wonderful Life (1946): Explores the theme of appreciating one’s life and the impact of one’s choices on others through a fantastical journey.
• The Family Man (2000): A successful businessman is given a glimpse into an alternate life where he chose family over career, leading to a similar message about priorities.
• 13 Going on 30 (2004): A young girl makes a wish to be ‘thirty, flirty and thriving’ and is magically transported into the future, with the help of magic wishing dust. Both movies address the concept of regretting certain decisions and missing certain parts in one’s life.
• About Time (2013): Features a man who can travel through time, using his ability to improve his life and relationships, echoing the time-manipulation aspect of ‘Click’.

🛒 Click Related Products

• Click [Blu-ray]: Relive the heartwarming and hilarious moments with the Blu-ray edition, offering superior picture and sound quality.
• Adam Sandler 5-Movie Collection: This collection includes some of Adam Sandler’s most beloved comedies. Includes Click, 50 First Dates, Big Daddy, Mr. Deeds and The Waterboy
• Universal Remote Control: Even if you can’t fast-forward through life, a good universal remote can simplify your entertainment system. (Disclaimer: Does not control time)
• 500 Greatest Pop Songs: Listen to great music inspired by the movie.

🎧 Soundtrack

Click features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Magic” – performed by The Cars

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

#1 Adam Sandler Got Revenge

Who doesn’t love Adam Sandler? Check out this extremely popular and entertaining video of Adam Sandler pranking others from the movie using the remote. You must watch this parody!

#2 Adam Sandler Click Movie Clip

This short clip from the movie is a must-watch for fans who enjoyed the film! It’s a memorable moment that is sure to bring back fond memories.

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