B Movies Blog

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the ol’ B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Jamie Travis’s For a Good Time, Call… into the VCR. 

I’ve been a big fan of this movie for a long time, and I maintain that it’s under-appreciated… with one big flaw. I want to give a disclaimer because Justin Long plays the GBF and is actually straight. I obviously don’t condone it. Moving on. 

There’s something truly endearing about For a Good Time, Call… Yes, there are dirty jokes, but at its core, this movie is about the bond of friendship. One of our leads, Lauren, even learns her worth and embraces who she is vs who she thought she should be. 

Pictured: The exact pose from every single enemy to bestie movie. 

If you’ve never seen this movie, 1) shame on you and 2) let me give you a quick rundown. After Lauren (Lauren Miller Rogen) is dumped by her awful boyfriend, she finds herself with no other option than to move in with Katie (Ari Graynor) after their mutual best friend, Jesse (Justin Long) pushes them together. Lauren and Katie’s relationship has been strained after an unfortunate incident back in college, so we have all the makings for a good ol’ fashioned foes to friends storyline. 

What makes For a Good Time, Call… unique? Well, you see, Katie is a sex phone worker, and Lauren soon joins the business herself. However, at least in my opinion, the industry isn’t portrayed as a joke, and it helps both Katie and Lauren come (I’ll be mature here) into their own. 

For a Good Time, Call… reminds us of the power of our friendships. And, it’s important to remember that your soulmate can be your friend; it doesn’t have to be romantic. This movie also reminds us to not settle for less than we deserve, and it’s okay to leave those who don’t understand you behind. 

How I pictured every single female friendship in my 20s going as a child.

I personally think For a Good Time, Call… pairs well with Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion (one of my personal faves). It’s a fun time, and it’s one of those movies you can turn to for a pick me up. Grab your bestie and settle in for a good time. The first few minutes are free. 

For A Good Time, Call… is now streaming on Starz.