Talky but effective to a remarkable degree, this is a quirky romantic comedy about the pain of loneliness, with an upbeat ending that doesn't pander to the expected. Holly Hunter is drinking heavily following her husband's defection after 16 years, sitting alone at nightclub tables, desperate for affection and even trying sex-for-hire with a hunky masseur. Danny DeVito is the liftman at her apartment block. His wife has thrown him out after 25 years, he has gambling debts and he too is looking for comfort and love. They seem destined to end up together, but director Richard LaGravenese tells us that real life may not work out this way. Hunter is less irritating than usual and DeVito gives one of his best performances, even proving he has talent as a singer. The expansive Queen Latifah is easy company as their bisexual club confidant and no mean blues singer too. As a song of the city, this is quite a big success.