James Caan is tap-dancing ghost. Jeff Bridges is the very much alive stuffed shirt. Together, they make the perfect match for Sally Field, the woman caught between both men in this uproarious romp through the supernatural.... more » The spooky fun begins when Kay Villano is one week away from marrying the serious Dr. Rupert Baines, and an uninvited guest appears on the scene; the ghost of Kay's dead, but oh-so-debonair husband Jolly. Kay's predicament is made worse because no one else can see or hear Jolly but her. The celestial shenanigans are non-stop as the three superstars hysterically battle out an odd eternal triangle with deliciously new dimensions.« less
Dixie K. (kona-dixy) from KAILUA KONA, HI Reviewed on 7/24/2011...
Funny, funny discussions and arguments. Sally Fields' timing is excellent. Reminds me of "Just Like Heaven" with Reese Witherspoon and the old "Topper."
Movie Reviews
A GREAT FILM--Even for a Guy who HATES Chick-Flicks
07/04/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This romantic comedy has been one of my long-time favorites. I have literally watched this film twice in one day and laughed out loud both times. The perfect blend of chemistry and comedy, it will work for both men and women. Once when watching this movie, my younger brother began to protest, "I hate girl movies!" I asked him to give it a chance and briefly explained some of the plot. He laughed so hard that he cried at the film's conclusion and then said the magic words "You were right." This is a great little movie that thought it could....if you can muster the open mind, you won't be disappointed. It's romantic without being overly sentimental--funny without overacting--bittersweet and perfectly played. My only regret---it's not on DVD yet. This movie also features a great song by Dusty Springfield, which found at both the introduction and conclusion. BUY THIS!!!!!"
Where have all the good movies gone?
Psboston7 | Upland, CA United States | 04/27/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Quite an early look at Jeff Bridges. This movie was hilarious Sally Field and Jeff Bridges were so cute. I sooo miss movies like this. The actor who plays Sally's Father is so funny there are scenes he's in that you have to pay attention to because they are subtle funny. James Caan was okay, I was much more impressed with Jeff's performance in this one. Happy Viewing"
Kiss Me Goodbye, a new classic, a must see!
Dina | Williamstown, NJ | 03/01/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Are you a hopeless romantic? Love romantic comedies? Love Sally Field and James Caan? If you answered yes to any, buy this dvd!
This is absolute feel good romantic comedy! James Caan is wonderful as "Jolly", the dead (ghost) husband of "Kaye" (Sally Field), who yes, we really love you Sally! Only she can see him when she moves back into the house that they lived in when he tragically fell down the steps during a party and died. Upon moving back in, he starts reappearing to her, and of course she thinks she nuts and boy, she really acts this part out perfectly! Her new fiancee, 'Rupert" played by a very young Jeff Bridges, is less than thrilled of hearing her talk out loud to her dead husband whom he can't see. She then says she still loves Jolly and can't decide if she wants to live in the house with him or marry her fiancee.
I don't want to spoil the whole movie for you, but you get the idea. It has a wonderful feel good ending and ends happily ever after with Jolly saying, "Kiss Me Goodbye". Tears and joy at the same time.
I've been waiting forever for this to be released on dvd, it's rarely played on any cable channels, which is beyond me, because it's a wonderfully enjoyable movie for the whole family!"
Funniest movie you will ever see
Psboston7 | 03/23/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I saw this movie years ago and it is still one of the most consistently funny movies I have ever seen. You can watch it over and over!!! I just wish they would put it on DVD!!!"
Premise sounds promising, but the film doesn't deliver.
Nenah Sylver | sunny Arizona | 02/19/2007
(2 out of 5 stars)
"This could have been a wonderful comedic farce, with repartee similar to that found in classics such as Bringing Up Baby. However, it's like two movies. The first 45 minutes or hour are long and boring, repeating issues (over and over again) between characters who aren't at all likable and who make you wonder why you're supposed to care about them. Ironically, I found myself caring very much about the character played by Jeff Bridges, who inexplicably is made out to be a monster by everyone else.
Finally the film picks up. When it does, it's very funny in spots. However, one is still left wondering why the heck Bridges would want to marry the character of Sally Fields, whose stupidity and flightiness are overshadowed only by the self-centeredness of James Caan, who plays her two-timing (dead) husband. If you have time to waste, rent it, with a ready finger for the fast-forward button. Otherwise, there are many films that are a better choice. To see ghosts in a genuinely humorous and heart-warming flick, see Heart & Soul. In a similar vein, I'd also recommend Chances Are."