The Oh in Ohio (C+ or 2.5/4 stars)
Orgasms create 'The Oh in Ohio', a comedy directed by Billy Kent. Frustrated that he cannot give his uptight wife, Priscilla (Parker Posey), an orgasm, Jack (Paul Rudd) moves out of the house and starts a frivolous relationship with a student of his, Kristen (Mischa Barton). Frustrated, Priscilla forms a 'friendship' with Wayne (Danny DeVito), the neighborhood pool man. Overall, this film is flat. But there's definitely enough humor & quirkiness to keep you interested.
Priscilla appears to have it all: VP of a thriving Cleveland company; beautiful house; 10 year marriage; good-looking husband ... though, he's never fully satisfied her in bed. Devastated, the frigid Priscilla decides to buy a vibrator (she's very embarrassed). Meanwhile, Jack is seduced by Kristen (simultaneously boosting HIS self-confidence). He joins a gym, gets in shape, gets a new wardrobe, etc. Coincidingly, Priscilla reaches her orgasm by way of vibrator, & sets out on a quest to have 'real' sex ... but with whom? On a hot streak, she finds the most unlikely of suitors in Wayne. Can Jack maintain his relationship with the teenager? Or will 'he' be running back to a rejuvenated Priscilla? Will Priscilla win Jack back? Or will she aim for some unexpected happiness with Wayne?
This is just a thin, slightly amusing indie comedy that neither offends nor leaves you in hysterics. It's risque, it's raunchy, but not gross. It's actually refreshing. There are no exploitations of sex, sick jokes, pitfalls, or the like. And while the topic of the film IS orgasm(s), it's actually more of a narrative on life fulfillment, and plain 'ole feeling good about yourself. It's a happy movie, sprinkled with likeable performances.
Paul Rudd is quite humorous as the slob-to-heartthrob husband. Parker Posey tones herself down & portrays an average human being with everyday anxieties. Her chemistry with Danny DeVito is alarmingly strong (if their charming, low-key relationship doesn't work, then the movie would be toast). Liza Minelli is even humorous as a masturbation coach (sounds disgusting, but actually works). The ending is abrupt, but curiously funny, as well. 'The Oh in Ohio' is just a little blip of a film; lacking polish, energy, & real originality. But it does have some soul.
Priscilla appears to have it all: VP of a thriving Cleveland company; beautiful house; 10 year marriage; good-looking husband ... though, he's never fully satisfied her in bed. Devastated, the frigid Priscilla decides to buy a vibrator (she's very embarrassed). Meanwhile, Jack is seduced by Kristen (simultaneously boosting HIS self-confidence). He joins a gym, gets in shape, gets a new wardrobe, etc. Coincidingly, Priscilla reaches her orgasm by way of vibrator, & sets out on a quest to have 'real' sex ... but with whom? On a hot streak, she finds the most unlikely of suitors in Wayne. Can Jack maintain his relationship with the teenager? Or will 'he' be running back to a rejuvenated Priscilla? Will Priscilla win Jack back? Or will she aim for some unexpected happiness with Wayne?
This is just a thin, slightly amusing indie comedy that neither offends nor leaves you in hysterics. It's risque, it's raunchy, but not gross. It's actually refreshing. There are no exploitations of sex, sick jokes, pitfalls, or the like. And while the topic of the film IS orgasm(s), it's actually more of a narrative on life fulfillment, and plain 'ole feeling good about yourself. It's a happy movie, sprinkled with likeable performances.
Paul Rudd is quite humorous as the slob-to-heartthrob husband. Parker Posey tones herself down & portrays an average human being with everyday anxieties. Her chemistry with Danny DeVito is alarmingly strong (if their charming, low-key relationship doesn't work, then the movie would be toast). Liza Minelli is even humorous as a masturbation coach (sounds disgusting, but actually works). The ending is abrupt, but curiously funny, as well. 'The Oh in Ohio' is just a little blip of a film; lacking polish, energy, & real originality. But it does have some soul.