Confessions of a Shopaholic

Directed by: P.J. Hogan

Starring: Isla Fisher, Hugh Dancy, Krysten Ritter, Joan Cusack, John Goodman

Running Time: 1h 44min

Inspired casting makes this film a delectable treat. Isla Fisher is the most adorably funny actress to come along in a long, long time. i'm talking comedic chops worthy of Lucille Ball and Carol Burnett. Her physical comedy is unmatched, as her looks and glances elicit more laughs than most actresses entire life's work. Fisher's timing is impeccable, and alongside such trusted supporting players like Cusack and Goodman, the chemistry is just spot on. Dancy makes a good romantic foil for Fisher, and the two play off each other well. Still, this is Fisher's movie and though it does follow a formulaic outline that does little to save it from Bridget Jones comparisons, Fisher's performance alone makes the film worth watching. A small step above the rest of the genre.

Grade: B