Bedtime Stories

-by Ann Marie

This family comedy follows the storyline of a hotel janitor Skeeter Bronson (Adam Sandler) working for Barry Nottingham (Richard Griffiths) who bought out Skeeter's father's motel. Barry announces that he needs a manager for his brand-new gigantic hotel project. Skeeter's dreams are crushed when Barry makes his future son-in-law Base Kendall (Guy Pierce) the manager. Also Skeeter's sister Wendy (Courtney Cox) leaves her children with Skeeter as she leaves town for an interview. Skeeter learns a lot about self esteem, going after his dreams and family.

Adam Shankman's cast consisted of funny man, Adam Sandler. Other cast members included Courtney Cox, Richard Griffiths, Guy Pierce and Keri Russell. This cast worked well on the screen. Some of these actors have worked with Sandler before in many of his films.

This family comedy is great for both adults and kids alike. Like many Sandler movies, there was a lesson to be learned. The movie contains many humorous scenes to help keep kids interested.

Shankman wears many hats in the film business. He has directed many well known films such as "Hairspray," "Cheaper by the Dozen 2" and "The Wedding Planner." Besides directing he has also helped with the choreography of "Hairspray," "Catch Me If You Can," "The Wedding Planner" and "Dudley Do-Right."

This movie is recommended for Adam Sandler and comedy film fans.