eddiez61 I was going to criticize the movie for expecting me to believe that the nasal, twangy Vincent Gallo could ever be a real world talk show star, but then I remembered Conan O'Brien. So I'll criticize this movie for all of it's other unfortunate glaring shortcomings. Firstly, it's way too in love with itself, constantly pausing for us to admire it's daring brilliance and hip, snarky outrageousness. Some people might find it edgy but it's actually a rather staid, unremarkable, conventional study of celebrity life and all the attendant madness. It's more than common knowledge that many, if not most, talented performers are also afflicted with various forms of mental illness. Depression, bi-polar disorder,and even schizophrenia are frequently driving creative stars to exceptional extremes. So this analysis of the successful talk show host Bobby Bishop is redundant. Just witnessing a talk show star's actual performance is in fact a clinical analysis of their pathology. Dave Letterman, for instance, nightly exposes his damaged, twisted psyche to the nation. We are entertained by his otherwise socially aberrant behavior. If, however, we daily had to encounter such a bitter, cantankerous conflicted personality we would most likely move to another state. There's so many stories, many told by Dave himself, of just how antisocial he actually is. But he's managed to direct his neurosis into an entertaining and lucrative direction. And what about Johnny Carson or Jack Parr who we now know were sufferers of bouts of extreme depression? And Regis Philbin? He has admitted the same.So exposing mental illness in the entertainment industry is old news, no longer a headline. Nor was it in 2001 when this film was released, but we're expected to be shocked and confused and fascinated by our hero's condition. It's a mildly interesting personal fact, nothing more, if you're judging by society's enthusiastic consumption of the latest varieties of mood elevating medications; we ARE the Prozac nation.Anyway, Gallo has been in a few very interesting, off beat, challenging, controversial films, normally portraying quirky, troubled somewhat threatening but charismatic types. He's trying it again here, but that personality profile just doesn't work for this role. He comes off so self conscious and distracted that it's impossible to believe he was ever anything but repulsively narcissistic. A true talk show star is able to at least present a credible appearance of interest for others. Even the preposterous Larry King had an uncanny ability to stare his guests straight in the eye while his mind drifted to thoughts of what he'll order at Katz's deli later that evening. Actually, later that afternoon, you know, while they're still offering the early bird special.So the love story is interesting, many of the conversations are entertainingly witty and clever, and a few of the situations are comical and original. But the timing is too often way off - stilted, rushed, erratic or rambling - probably because much of it seems improvised. And badly edited. Or rather, overly obviously edited, calling attention to its precious, wacky insouciance. I have never before used that word, insouciance, in writing, but this film demanded it of me. That should tell you just how frustrated I am with this well intentioned, but ultimately fatally flawed bit of stylized indulgence.

princess_falula In my opinion, Get Well Soon follows an intelligent, unique direction and is surely worth a watch. Courtney Cox and Vincent Gallo have an interesting, believable, albeit slightly odd, connection and this works well throughout the film. Both roles have been cast well, as even though the characters don't seem too complicated, their is clearly a lot of depth to each of them which would be difficult to act. The storyline is completely different to other rom-coms (if you insist on placing this film in that category), and the way some people are reporting of predictability and repetition in GWS, is complete madness. If nothing else, this storyline is certainly unique. You could say the film has a dark side, and I agree, but that is definitely intentional and makes it much more interesting. Aren't you all getting sick of unrealistic romance? The fact that the two main characters aren't loved-up from the beginning is a bonus for me, as it makes the whole thing more enjoyable to watch as the various, wacky plots unfold on-screen. This film has been subtly directed to suit the plot lines; there are no fancy-shmancy camera shot sequences, which works well and makes the whole thing more believable. The script was not written by genius's, and perhaps you won't find the story completely relevant but if you don't find this film remotely eyecatching and funny, there is something wrong with you! There was definitely not substantial credibility given when it first came out in 2001.I can watch it time and time again for the wackiness of the characters and the comical twists which surprise me a bit more every time. And for these reasons, I give this film a well deserved 8/10.

bkoganbing The person everyone is hoping will Get Well Soon is TV talk show host Bobby Bishop as played by Vincent Gallo. The guy who most wants him to get well is Gallo's agent Jeffrey Tambor. His career rides on Gallo's career.But they both look like they're circling the bowl as Gallo makes some rather crude remarks to a female guest. Immediately he's checked into a mental hospital with the explanation he's suffering a nervous breakdown.Get Well Soon is a combination of One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest and Network and a few other films thrown in for good measure. It doesn't really succeed at being a good imitation of either of those classics. It gets really dull in spots, it has no real life to it.It's just a bad imitation of some good classics.

dianagardner1 This was an unexpected delight. Very witty and multi-layered, well-performed. Courteney Cox has become an incredibly versatile and subtle actress.I was genuinely surprised at how good this movie was. A feel-good movie without being schmaltzy. Lovely plot turns and funny script. There is so much going on, especially with sub-plots (that tie together wickedly), that it bears up well to further viewings.There is no going wrong with intelligent writing and talented actors. Bring on more movies like this.Courteney Cox's career is definitely worth watching, as she seems to be making intelligent choices when selecting films to star in. It would be great to see her in more serious, nuanced roles.