Grade: B
Joseph Gordon-Levitt makes his writing and directing debut with “Don Jon,” in which he plays Jon Martello, a porn addict. It’s a funny, truthful and strangely sweet movie that delves into the world of single New Jersey men. Martello objectifies everything in his life: his body, his pad, his gals and most importantly, his porn. “Don Jon” focuses on the importance of human connections, reciprocating love and Martello’s search to understand why he enjoys porn more than sex. Martello ultimately learns lessons about love through his relationships with two very different women, perfectly played by Scarlett Johansson and Julianne Moore. It’s a daring movie with wit and honesty, and although frank, this fast-paced movie offers a real lesson for today’s sex-obsessed society.