Actually, I turned off the excellent DEJ DVD about halfway through and flashed to the concluding scenes, because it was then 100% obvious that (1) the hero would have his ten minutes with the lovely Drew and (2) that he would not bother to have a shave until he reached his desiderata – and may not even then! Also, I was tired of the uninventive direction. It's a peculiar thing, but although three different guys are listed as directors, there is not a single change whatever in the monotonous clup by clup (i.e. close-ups followed by close-ups followed by close-ups) directorial style from go to whoa, until the hero actually overcomes all the humorous obstacles that clutter his path and finally meets his charming desiderata in a welcome two-shot. But what makes the DVD of really great interest is actually not the repetitious and eventually boring main feature itself, but the included Special Edition Never-Before-Seen Filmmaker Featurette. This is really superb and I must admit that the way these guys triumphed over all obstacles really brought tears to my eyes!

I have just watched twenty minutes of "My Date with Drew" and I was initially irritated with the DVD released by "First Look" distributor, which wrongly indicates the availability of "closed caption" (cc) on the cover of the R1 DVD, which is not captioned, has only subtitles in Spanish. The shameful self-promotion of the author using the name and a poster of Drew Barrymore on the cover to attract naive viewers that expect to see a romantic comedy with Drew Barrymore is one of the dumbest things I have ever seen on DVD. However, the intention of the author was achieved and his "documentary" was distributed, inclusive I was misled and bought it. After twenty minutes, I really gave up watching it since I really could not believe it could improve. I love independent movie, but not this type of cheap opportunism. I used the forward button and I was surprised with the generosity of the magnificent Drew Barrymore, participating in this farce. My vote is one (awful).Title (Brazil): "Meu Encontro Com Drew Barrymore" ("My Date With Drew Barrymore")

As many others have expressed, I was a bit skeptical about the premise. There have been many instances of people (not just celebrities) being stalked and harmed. But after listening to Brian's reasons for wanting to date/meet Drew Barrymore, you can't help but cheer the guy on. He didn't Google her address or hire a private eye to find out her whereabouts; he went to a psychic (who was surprisingly accurate in her prediction). The only questionable thing he did was fake his way into the premiere, but even then you have to give him credit for the moxie. I would never have done it (No! Not even for Stockard!)It was genuinely sad after the 30 days had passed with no response from Drew and it was genuinely exciting to see him realize his dream. I'm glad Brian was able to meet her (she seemed like a very nice person). Congratulations to Brian. Not many people get to live out the biggest dream.

I think more than anything, you have proved that Perseverance and truly BELIEVING in your dream does make dreams a reality. I was struck by Drew's candidness with Brian. I actually wept at how touching the encounter was when you finally had your date. Drew said something that urged me, a non-enthusiastic internet user to actually log on and write this to you. Drew said that she felt she was "a link in your destiny..." and she wanted not to hurt you and to be a part of it. I am hoping for the same from you Brian. Your boldness and honesty is something that my daughter - a budding actress - needs to be "linked to" and I am hopeful that YOU WILL please help HER?(Just as Drew helped you.) In this way,your movie, you, and Drew all could help her to keep the DREAMS ALIVE. Meagan (my daughter) has a singing voice which I believe was God given (she certainly didn't get it from me!). She has a long list of Community Stage Acting, Is the female lead in one movie (currently at Film Festival) called "Locked Away." She has been dancing on stage since she was 3 y.o.(she is now 22). I have spent many hours researching how to help her,spent much money and provide daily (emotional) support for her journey to Broadway. She is currently a MTP at WMU and will graduate with a BFA,BS in Sping 2008. Do you know any Agents, any contacts in NYC or elsewhere or have any other recommendations as to who would guide her? Brian You are a fantastic net-worker. I am hoping that Drew's generosity to help you will encourage you to help me help my daughter. Oh, FYI: I grew up 2 blocks from where MADONNA lived with her grandmother after her mother died. Her Grandmother used to have me and my friend come to the house and try to get MADONNA to come outside and "play" with the other kids (we were about 12y.o.) She would "Bribe" us to come in and talk with MADONNA by offering us fresh baked cookies. I could try to contact MADONNA but doubt she would give me the time of day (as she did not when we were younger - of course - she was probably held up in that bedroom writing songs for the future - who knew??!!). Thanks for any help you can give me. If anyone else reading this has any ideas, I am open to them also. Thank You! Good Luck Brian in all future endeavors. JULIE