Alright so I did not fall asleep. But only because I watched this movie in the morning and that was virtually impossible after a great night in bed. "The Tao of Zzzzz" is a movie supposedly based on true events. The story of a man whose attitude leads him to live the life of a Casanova even though his looks should deter any woman from his proximity. While the idea of seeing the extent of the pickup artist mastery is great, in the movie there's really nothing to get a grip on and you end up navigating into a dullness universe where looking at your strawberry jam jar on the table is equally entertaining. If the reason to watch the movie is to see if you can integrate some tips into your pick up routines, then I recommend you read "The Game" or some other pick up artist book.If the reason to watch this movie is solely for its cinema value: good luck!

Steve worships Steve McQueen, even though he won't admit he's too unmotivated to truly emulate his hero. In similar fashion, "The Tao of Steve" is too casual to be considered epic or legendary. However, it's precisely that nonchalance which gives this movie its easy charm. It's funny enough for macho guys, sensitive enough for romantic gals, and never too much of either to alienate the opposite audience. It has one of those vaguely effective messages about life and love, but mostly it's a few months in the world of a directionless know-it-all lothario as he gradually realizes he wants to live a better life. The locations in New Mexico are refreshing, and they help keep the movie realistic and grounded. The cast works well together, like a group of lifelong friends, whether exchanging witty one-liners or more serious monologues. Plus, the pacing is perfect for the short running length, since it develops the characters and conflict without rushing, yet keeps it fluid and brief. No, it's not a classic, just like Steve isn't Steve McQueen, but I guarantee you'll smile a time or two before it's over, and you'll probably want to watch it again, or at least recommend it to someone.

"The Tao of Steve" is the anti-Neil LaBute movie. While it uses a similar technique of a bunch of guys sitting around advising on relationships with women, there's no misanthropy and misogyny here (probably because it's co-created with a woman, Jenniphyr Goodman). It's not just that a tubby Donal Logue is charming, but how haimish the whole movie feels, like Return of the "Secaucus 7" did. The whole cast really feels like old friends interacting comfortably together in Santa Fe (reflected in all the amusing "thank-you's" in the closing credits).The soundtrack songs comment effectively on the action, including a Lemonheads "The Outdoor Type" and Logue used to be their roadie. I'd love for the fun title song to get an Oscar nom. There were several points where a Christine Lavin song or two would have fit in perfectly (especially the one about going to the opera because he loves the opera).There's some similarities to "High Fidelity" in how the battle of the sexes is viewed, but these folks feel more like they're acting their ages of being 10 years since college graduation.Definitely the feel good movie of the summer (originally written 8/27/2000)

Had no idea just how I was going to like this film and decided to stick it out. Donal Logue,(Dex)"Two Days",'03, was a very horny guy who decided he had the right formula to trick gals into going to bed and just never seemed to get satisfied. Dex would jump from one bed, look out the window and chase a skirt in a car up a few blocks and really hit on his victim. Greer Goodman,(Syd), somewhat understood Dex and had slept with him years back, which Dex simply forgot and proceeded to hit on her like any other gal. This type of situation when on through out the entire picture, with Dex trying to convince his buddies to use his formula for women. Dex was definitely over sexed and wanted to get "LAID" all the time and even with married woman. Decide for yourself if this film is for you, and maybe it is?