the scene where sally field and whoopi goldberg go to the mall to revive sally flagging spirit be enough reason alone to enjoy this movie and but wait . there more . this be a crackle good sendup of daytime tv and movie star on the way down and ( and up ) and the horror of love . robert downey jr show the light side of his genius and and cathy moriarty be splendid . the dialogue be witty and and the physical humor do with consummate skill . this be a movie that will appeal to those who really enjoy the art of act and direct and and write .