Alfie

Having not seen the original, 1966 Michael Caine version, I found this updated version to be generally enjoyable. Jude Law is a fine actor who is excellent at being a loveable, charming cad and equally good at those moments when he appears emotionally vulnerable. He's a Manhattan bachelor-playboy who goes through life with a smile on his face, oblivious to the harm he's caused. While not pretending to be profound, the film does honor fidelity and is willing to address some of the consequences of promiscuity. Mostly it's just light hearted fun that enjoys taking a movie-like look at romantic relationships.