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I love David Duchovny. There’s just something so interesting about the guy, he always seems to bring something fascinating to every role he plays. I wasn’t even that big of a fan of THE X-FILES, but I always liked him. Through the years he’s had a string of movies that while not bad, never really seemed to wow audiences. But I always liked his comedic performances, whether it was his multiple appearances as an ambiguously gay version of himself on THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW, or his aging hand model in ZOOLANDER, Duchovny is best when he plays it funny. His newest film, THE JONESES, pairs him with the likes of Demi Moore (looking great), Amber Heard, Ben Hollingsworth, Gary Cole (always entertaining), Glenn Headly, and Lauren Hutton.
The plot synopsis calls THE JONESES a social commentary on our consumerist society. Perfect couple Steve and Kate Jones, and their gorgeous teen-aged children Jenn and Mick, are the envy of their posh, suburban neighborhood filled with McMansions and all the trappings of the upper middle class. Kate is the ultimate trend setter – beautiful, sexy, dressed head-to-toe in designer labels. Steve is the admired successful businessman who has it all: a gorgeous wife, big house and an endless supply of high-tech toys. Jenn and Mick rule their new school as they embody all that is hip and trendy – cool clothes, fast cars and the latest gadgets. But as the neighbors try to keep up with the Joneses, none are prepared for the truth about this all- too perfect family.
I watched this trailer, and immediately thought “What a clever idea!” Can you imagine having this for a job? For a life? From the looks of it, THE JONESES will have a nice mix of humor and social commentary. At least the trailer looks pretty solid so far. What do you think? Tell us in the comments below.
THE JONESES opens April 16, 2010
Born and raised in Dallas, Mark has been a movie critic since 1994, with reviews featured in print, radio and National TV. In 2001 he started the Entertainment section of the Herorealm website, where he contributed film reviews and celebrity interviews until 2004. After three years of service there, he started Bigfanboy.com, which has become one of the Dallas film community's leading information websites. Bigfanboy hosts several movie screenings in the Texas area, and works closely with film and TV studios and promotional partners to host exciting events and contests. The site also features a variety of rare celebrity and filmmaker interviews, and Bigfanboy.com regularly covers the film festival circuit as well. In addition to Hollywood reporting, Mark has worked for many years as an advertising and sci-fi/comic book artist. Clients have included Lucasfilm Ltd., Topps Trading Cards, The Dallas Mavericks and The Dallas Stars. From 2002 until 2015 he managed the Dallas Comic Con, Sci-Fi Expo and Fan Days events in the DFW area. He currently catalogs rare comic books and movie memorabilia for Heritage Auctions, and runs the Dallas Comic Show conventions, but remains an avid moviegoer and cinema buff. 
Loved the trailer. Can’t wait to see the film.