RyothChatty ridiculous rating

MoPoshy Absolutely brilliant

ActuallyGlimmer The best films of this genre always show a path and provide a takeaway for being a better person.

Robert Joyner The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

VitoCorleone1972 There isn't really a whole lot to say about this movie. It's a gangster comedy that relies almost entirely on the chemistry between its two stars. Thankfully, that chemistry works quite well.De Niro and Crystal work off each other to create a lot of banter that provides most of the film's comedy. It should be noted, however, that Joe Viterelli brings a very likeable presence to his role which makes him stand out among the cast.The direction is very flat, with nothing really standing out in particular. In addition, the story is very typical for a mafia picture like this. But you didn't expect a quality story from this movie, you expected to see Robert De Niro and Billy Crystal be funny together, and they are. "Analyze This" is a perfectly fine diversion told through two very worthy actors.

Paul J. Nemecek Before you rush out to see Analyze This, consider that previous works by writer/director Harold Ramis include Animal House, Caddyshack, and Stripes. All three of these films rely on humor that is occasionally crude and language that is often a bit raw for some tastes. In this regard, Analyze This is much the same as the aforementioned films. As Pauline Kael once said, 'for people that like this kind of thing, this is the kind of thing they will like." If this is not the kind of thing you will like, reread all of my reviews until you find a recommended film that you haven't seen and see if its available on video.For those who are still reading, does this mean that Analyze This is without redeeming social importance? Not at all. Like the other films by Ramis, there are moments of witty dialogue, nuggets of social commentary, and the occasional full-blown belly laugh. Unlike the other films, this film has Robert DeNiro and Billy Crystal, major assets in any film. The film also has Lisa Kudrow-if you can't say something nice about something, don't say anything at all.The film Grosse Pointe Blank is about a hired assassin who decides to attend his high-school reunion. Several scenes involve interactions between the assassin and his reluctant therapist. How does a therapist terminate a client whose specialty is termination? This gag that was a subplot in Gross Pointe Blank has been elevated to the status of central theme here. Frankly, this limited theme provides some good gags along the way, but is a bit thin to go the distance.Robert DeNiro (not surprisingly) plays a mafia hit man who is going through a kind of mid-life crisis-he's becoming sensitive and compassionate and its messing up his work. Billy Cystal plays Ben Sobol, the psychiatrist who is hired against his will. Billy Crystal does an excellent job as the psychiatrist, but the real fun here is watching DeNiro create a caricature of some of his greatest roles (e.g., in Godfather II, Goodfellas, and Casino). If you are looking for a way to kill time and your other option is shoveling the driveway, this might be worth a look. There are a few gems along the way, and it's definitely not the worst move I've ever seen. The only other thing to recommend this film, is that if you do decide to "analyze this" it shouldn't take very long.

Desertman84 Analyze This is a gangster comedy film that stars Robert De Niro as a mafioso and Billy Crystal as a psychiatrist.This film about a mobster seeking advice from a psychiatrist.Lisa Kudrow,Chazz Palminteri and Joe Viterelli co-star play key supporting roles.It was directed by Harold Ramis, who co-wrote the screenplay with playwright Kenneth Lonergan and Peter Tolan. Dr. Ben Sobel is a New York shrink who's becoming a little bored with his upscale but neurotic clientèle. Into Sobel's practice comes a guy with legitimate problems, Mafia kingpin Paul Vitti, a godfather who is being reduced to tears and panic attacks by stress and his guilt over his beloved father's assassination. Intimidated but also fascinated by Vitti, Dr. Sobel becomes frustrated when his mob boss patient becomes a full-time occupation, as Vitti summons the psychiatrist for his professional help at all hours and in all places, even including the doctor's Florida wedding to TV reporter Laura MacNamara. In the meantime, a power struggle is brewing with Vitti's long-time rival Primo Sidone, but Vitti begins employing the feel-good self-help jargon and techniques he's learned from Dr. Sobel to keep his enemy off balance. Just as the therapist and his powerful patient are making breakthroughs, the FBI attempts to persuade Sobel that Vitti is going to have him murdered, leading to a nearly lethal misunderstanding.It's a treat to watch Robert De Niro tweak every gangster role he's ever played as he was afforded such a perfect opportunity to flex his comedic muscles.This make it possible to get the best out of his performance as the psychologically- challenged gangster.This alone is one reason that makes this movie an above average comedy.Overall,it is a witty, upbeat comedy that is more concerned with making its audience laugh than any other of its cinematic virtues.

david-sarkies This is an incredibly funny movie. It is about a mafia boss, Paul Vitti (Robert deNiro) who is going through a midlife crisis. He no longer feels comfortable with his job, and he suffered a nervous breakdown, though insists that it was a heart attack. His bodyguard's car is hit by the car of Dr Sobel, a psychiatrist from the suburbs. Paul Vitti learns of this psychiatrist and decides to pay him a visit. There is little depth to the movie because it runs simply along the relationship between Paul Vitti and Dr Sobel. Paul is desperate to solve his problem, but has be raised in a manner in which he expects everything should happen immediately, and if it doesn't then he should shoot the person. Dr Sobel simply does not want to upset Paul Vitti, though he wants to get out of this situation. He is also trying to get married, but can't because he wedding is constantly interrupted. The humour works because the movie is done very seriously, yet we are continually being confronted by the absurd. The humour isn't slapstick, but rather we are laughing at the characters and the situations that they are it: a mafia boss who has psychiatric problems, and a doctor who has suddenly been drawn into the world of organised crime. The FBI are portrayed as the bad guys and we sympathise with Paul Vitti. We know that he is a mafia boss and a crook, but the movie reveals a human side to him. The FBI are the crooks as they resort to lies and deceit to get what they want. Dr Sobol is simply caught in the middle and doesn't know what to think. He ends up falling onto Paul Vitti's side because he realise that he has a problem and wants to help him. This is an absolutely hilarious movie. Generally I am careful about comedies, but this one promised and delivered. It is original and it keeps you interested and laughing right through to the end.