Stranger than Fiction (Film)

An enjoyable romantic comedy that examines how the choices we make can feel pre-determined and asks us how much control we really have over our lives. Maggie Gyllenhaal turns in a standout performance and really shines with an equally matched low key Will Ferrell. Both make a winning couple. I liked the self-examination Ferrell goes through to determine the type of story he’s in and the type of person he is and wants to be. Parts of the story are a tad wonky and doesn’t really answer how the book character became self-aware and is able to co-exist outside the realm of fiction. The audience is supposed to just take for granted and just run with it. Overall a warm affectionate comedy worth seeing. A solid B.