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On Tuesday night I saw "Crash." This was a very well-done ensemble piece about racial conflicts in Los Angeles. Parts of it were funny in a "Pulp Fiction" kind of way - i.e. the argument between Ludacris and his friend over what they should do about the 'Chinaman' they just ran over, reminded me of the argument between Travolta and Jackson about what they should do about the guy whose head they accidentally blew off in the backseat of their car. Other parts of the film were heartfelt, such as the tender scenes between the locksmith and his daughter. Many other fine actors had bit parts and Matt Dillon excelled as a racist LAPD officer. "Crash" might not be in the theaters for much longer so be sure to see it either now or when it comes out on DVD.

Then last night I watched "In Good Company" which I also enjoyed. Topher Grace plays a 26 year old ad exec who takes over Dennis Quaid's job and then starts seeing his daughter. I was glad that Grace played the role with humanity and compassion. He wasn't cliched as being arrogant or entitled (as Ben Affleck had played that kind of role countless times before). Rather he was nervous to be entering the new job, unsure with what he wanted to do his life and was longing for friendship and companionship - a far more relatable role.