The first time I saw the Tao of Steve, I was beginning a relationship with a woman. I have just celebrated a 2nd anniversary with this same woman and I have also just viewed the Tao of Steve again. On my first viewing, I was let down by the movie. At that point, the underlying sentiment of the movie seemed too obvious and predictable to me. I was in the midst of wooing a woman and I am also a person that can associate with the main character--overweight, overeducated, and under-achieving. I felt like I was watching a chick flick disguised as an Indie-style vindication of post-modern coolness... Well, time has passed and I have seen the light at the end of the tunnel. (Remember how Altered States ended with a "love is the only thing worth living/fighting for" bullcrap? I feel differently now about that movie as well.) I think a lot of guys like Donal's character use their intelligence and understanding of "coolness" in their social life when it really only functions in poker game banter and party small talk. All the philosophy in the world won't make you feel loved. Relationship with God not withstanding, I feel like this movie serves as a signpost for people like myself. And therefore, it is a successful piece of contemplation wrapped in the banter of your favorite drinking buddy.
Review of The Tao of Steve
