: Much like an essay, the film uses fourth-wall-breaking asides and voiceover narration. Rock’s character directly addresses the audience to provide witty, philosophical observations on the "nature of attraction" and the "rough patches" of long-term monogamy. Related Literary Works and Essays
: Rock plays Richard Cooper, a suburban family man who feels bored and sexually neglected in his marriage. His commitment is tested when an old friend's ex-mistress (played by Kerry Washington) re-enters his life. I Think I Love My Wife
: The New York Times "Modern Love" column features numerous essays with similar self-reflective titles about marriage and domestic uncertainty, such as "Let’s Not Pretend" . : Much like an essay, the film uses
