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Jim Belushi is a national celebrity who has starred in numerous movies as well as the current hit TV show airing on ABC, According to Jim. His "guy's guy" take on things has led to a huge following among both men and women who can't get enough of Jim and his irrepressible take on life. Now he's sharing his unique perspective with a hilarious new book about dating, marriage, and sex that is sure to hit home with every red-blooded American male, and the women who love them.

Any guy will relate to Belushi's advice from the school of hard knocks, such as the Big Toe Theory, about how women encroach on a man's territory, and how to avoid the Pearl Harbor Phenomenon, when women attack without provocation. Belushi has strong opinions on how real men should act, and he relates his ideas with the trademark irreverent humor that has made him famous.

Including sex definitions; a quiz to see if you're really ready to get married; tips on how to pick up women; and Jim's list of Critical Things About Men that Can't Be Found in Woody Allen Movies - this is the book that every guy needs in these turbulent, trying times.

Maybe they should. Jim Belushi is a comedian. Keep in mind this is supposed to be funny. It helps to like Belushi and his television show, "According to Jim." This is not a novel, not a memoir, not self-help. There's no great writing here; it's basic frat boy material about men and women. Belushi does a fine job performing. It's his book--how can he go wrong? His pseudo-tough-guy delivery is amusing, assuming the real Belushi has more depth. There are a few nice stories about brother John, always welcome. But he should apologize for including his own blues-rock songs. Why does every Chicago actor think he can sing? M.S. [Editor's Note: A soundreview is also available at Audiopolis, www.audiofilemagazine.com.] (c) AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine

 

Jim Belushi, star of According to Jim and Saturday Night Live alum, has starred in several TV series and featured films during his career. His list of credits includes About Last Night, the K-9 franchise, Taking Care of Business, Oliver Stone's Salvador, and Gang Related. In addition to performing in David Marnet's Obie Award-winning play Sexual Perversity in Chicago, he has starred in other acclaimed productions for the stage such as True West and The Pirates of Penzance. He was also a member of Chicago's famed Second City improvisational comedy troupe. He lives in California.