For A Good Time, Call...

For A Good Time, Call... is a 2012 American comedy film directed by Jamie Travis and written by Lauren Anne Miller and Katie Anne Naylon. The movie boasts a robust cast featuring Ari Graynor, Lauren Miller Rogen, and comedic actor Justin Long. Breathes a fresh air, the movie blends elements of comedy, drama, and femininity in a captivating and light-hearted way.

The movie revolves around the lives of two women, Lauren Powell (played by Lauren Miller Rogen) and Katie Steel (portrayed by Ari Graynor). Lauren is an ambitious, responsible young woman grappling with life after being dumped by her boyfriend and losing her job. Katie, on the other hand, is a free-spirited, vivacious woman who is everything Lauren is not. Vibrant, outgoing and rather disorganized, Katie holds a casual job and lives in her late grandmother's sprawling apartment in Gramercy Park. She finds herself in a jam when she learns that her apartment, a rent-controlled gift from her grandmother that she's been living in for a while, is looming over her as she is unable to meet the rent expectations.

Thanks to their mutual gay best friend Jesse (flamboyantly portrayed by Justin Long), they meet and, out of desperation and financial necessity, decide to live together despite having had a bad experience in the past. Polar opposites in every way and sharing a history of acrimony dating back to their college days, they are less than thrilled at the prospect of sharing a domicile. But the spiraling rent and tough New York housing market leave the seemingly mismatched pair with no choice.

Things take an unexpected turn when Lauren discovers Katie's side job - working as a phone sex operator from the comfort of her home. Initially, Lauren is shocked but then sees an opportunity to start a business. Lauren's business mind kicks into gear, and she proposes that they increase profits dramatically by running the operation themselves rather than having Katie work for someone else. In this "risky" business, the pair finds a way to make a lot of money and live the life they've always wanted, all while growing to understand and appreciate each other.

The movie takes the audience on an uproarious journey as they watch Lauren and Katie navigate through their unexpected business venture. While managing risqué phone calls and regular life chaos, these two contrasting characters find themselves developing an unanticipated friendship, busting the stereotype of women rivalry and demonstrating that no hurdle is unscalable when approached with resilience, unity, and a sense of humor.

The performances in For A Good Time, Call... stand out, with Ari Graynor, in particular, delivering a spirited and magnetic performance that suits her character perfectly. Lauren Miller Rogen also holds her own as a pragmatic, down-to-earth young woman wrestling with her suppressed sensuality and emotional walls, coming to terms with her new offbeat 'job'. Justin Long, in the role of Jesse, is a hilarious and entertaining presence, playing the role of the vexing yet effervescent best friend to both our leading ladies.

For A Good Time, Call... isn't just a comedy with some adult themes. It's also a poignant tale that celebrates friendship and personal growth. The film challenges the typical narrative of romantic comedies, focusing instead on the bond between two women and their journey to financial freedom while illuminating their friendship's precious value.

While the plot of For A Good Time, Call... might be a little edgier than most, the movie maintains its charm and hilarity throughout, without ever devolving into tasteless or crass humor. As such, the film manages to give humor, enjoyment and some life lessons, as well as some blush-worthy scenes for good measure.

In conclusion, For A Good Time, Call... is a pleasant, hilarious, lighthearted, and risqué comedy about unexpected friendship, female empowerment, and the power of adaptation. It's a movie filled with laughs and crazy situations but also warm-hearted moments that give it depth and dimension. It's a film that resonates with men and women alike, a celebration of female friendship, enterprise, humor, and self-discovery. This delightful narrative has a combination of sweetness and sass that makes for a uniquely entertaining, comedic experience packed with a whole array of emotions.