The Dilemma stars power house comedians Vaughn and James with a strong ensemble cast including Oscar winning actress Jennifer Connelly, career revived Wynona Ryder, as well as rising star Channing Tatum, and Queen Latifah all appear. Notable director Ron Howard directed the film.
The film starts by introducing long time best friends Nick & Ronny (Vince & Kevin) who live in Chicago and have their own engine design business. Then we meet Ronny’s girlfriend Beth (Jennifer Connelly) and Nick’s wife Geneva (Winona Ryder). While planning out his marriage proposal, Nick suddenly stumbles upon Ronny’s wife with another man, Zip (Channing Tatum). Nick then faces the “dilemma” of how and when to tell Ronny, and how to deal with the entire situation. Henceforth, the character interactions get very interesting and the play on the theme then follows.
The Dilemma expresses the sentiment and tribulations involving friendship, relationships, and life career choices. Don’t get me wrong, this isn’t an immensely moving film. The screen play does not break new ground and certainly doesn’t incorporate deep, complex, multidimensional characters. It is however, exactly what you would expect and appreciate from a Vaughn, James comedy, and it does have its moments.
As for Vince and Kevin, they scored high on entertainment points for laugh out loud humor. They have comedic chemistry, and I’m sure there was quite a bit of improv and fun on the set. Vince gets outrageous and out of control with his special personality, and Kevin can sometimes make you unexpectedly crack up with a mere gesture or look.
If you’re searching for laughs and stress relief, go see The Dilemma. You will not see the greatest comedy of the year, but your oxytocin level will certainly rise from the laughter.
