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Seems like a ripoff of Sideways.


Boring and slow. Seems like they ripped off sideways.

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Yes, there are similarities, and I really enjoyed that one, too. However, the main issues here involved commitment, longterm relationship break-up, mid-life career transition and major health concerns. All serious issues, handled here with humanity and humor. These guys first tried to rescue themselves the only way they knew, from their youth, and found it wasn't working. They weren't kids anymore. They were challenged to face their mortality and re-adjust to reality.

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Agreed, a really great surprise. The two leads were terrific, and the female ensemble rocked as well. If it weren't for Netflix streaming I never would have known this existed. Highly recommended, especially for men of a certain age...






Right. Well, I have to-- I have to go now, Duane, because I, I'm due back on the planet Earth.

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