Jack Black and Gwyneth Paltrow have pleasant chemistry. I think this is one of Jack Black's best film roles (aside from King Kong and The School of Rock). His charisma and sense of humor are incredibly vibrant. This is the only film where I find Paltrow likable and she delivers a genuine, heartfelt performance as Rosemary. Rumors or not, the actress has said she hated filming this movie. Yet in retrospect, it's her most affable film performance and I daresay perhaps one of her best? Because other than say the film Emma and The Talented Mr. Ripley films, she is an acutely overrated actress.
If you're a fan of the Farrelly Brothers films or a Jack Black fan, Shallow Hal is worth a watch or repeat viewings.
If you're a fan of the Farrelly Brothers films or a Jack Black fan, Shallow Hal is worth a watch or repeat viewings.