Jeff Bridges became The Dude in this movie. Everyone in this movie acts slightly retarded. Once you get that this is a comedy, then sit back and enjoy the ride. The Dude is more mad that his rug got peed on more than anything else. Steve Busemi gets to play a weirdo that made me belly laugh several times.
I found this to be one of those films that grows on you The comebacks arre very good. For example, Bridge's head being pushed into a toilet bowl. He doesn't know where the money is but it's definitely not in there. The soundtrack is strong. The showdown gets a little confusing but that's good as The Dude is supposed to be confused and in conflict.