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Man of the House
2005 100 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★4.9
Comedy, Action
Director: Stephen Herek
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Description
Texas Ranger Roland Sharp is assigned to protect the only witnesses to the murder of a key figure in the prosecution of a drug kingpin -- a group of University of Texas cheerleaders. Sharp must now go undercover as an assistant cheerleading coach and move in with the young women.
Budget:
$40M
US Gross:
$19.7M
Worldwide:
$21.58M
Starring
Tommy Lee Jones
Actor
Christina Milian
Actor
Kelli Garner
Actor
Key opinion
Man of the House is viewed as a lighthearted, formulaic comedy that relies heavily on the screen presence of Tommy Lee Jones. While some viewers find its simple charm and character dynamics enjoyable, others criticize it for being predictable, disjointed, and ultimately forgettable.
| Acting | Tommy Lee Jones provides a steady, charismatic anchor whose stern performance elevates the otherwise thin material. | |
| Originality | The film utilizes a predictable and formulaic plot that offers no original narrative elements. | |
| Humor | Critics are divided on the film's humor; some find it a durable and pleasant exercise in sketch-style comedy, while others feel the jokes are underdeveloped and lose momentum quickly. | |
| Pacing | The pacing is viewed as inconsistent, with an engaging setup that eventually collapses into a tedious and erratic second half. |