Movies with a plot line where a writer is alone in a remote house for a week usually play out as a thriller. The good thing is that "Paper Man" is a comedy and although it might be about being alone it's really not about the house or his surroundings. The not-so-good thing is that it's only funny in a quirky kind of way and the characters aren't really complete they're more just quirky.
Things get kind of interesting when Richard (Jeff Daniels) questions the state of his marriage, and also heartfelt when he starts developing an honest relationship with Abby (Emma Stone), but nothing is presented in an intelligent, whole-hearted manner. We are just supposed to be amused by his childishness and the comedy of his situation.
"Paper Man" has some funny moments and some genuine emotions, but its failure in being able to meld the comedy and drama shows that it's not particularly smart or profound.
Things get kind of interesting when Richard (Jeff Daniels) questions the state of his marriage, and also heartfelt when he starts developing an honest relationship with Abby (Emma Stone), but nothing is presented in an intelligent, whole-hearted manner. We are just supposed to be amused by his childishness and the comedy of his situation.
"Paper Man" has some funny moments and some genuine emotions, but its failure in being able to meld the comedy and drama shows that it's not particularly smart or profound.