Hal values looks over everything until a chance encounter in an elevator where he becomes hypnotized by a self-help guru who allows him to see others for their inner beauty. The logic falls apart once you realize you can't tell that just by looking at someone either. Also, why is true beauty presented as identical to flawless outer beauty? Once you accept the magical premise, you realize it's a kind of reverse superpower where if fat and ugly people are attractive to you, then it ups your chance of success. There are so many flaws in this high concept, but it's best to just go with it. It's very funny and moving at times. I've always loved this movie up until a certain point and then I don't.
2½ Morton's toes out of 5
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