An academic or deep analysis of the film typically explores these areas:
: Nick Spitz (Sandler), an NYC cop, lies to his wife Audrey (Aniston) by claiming he finally passed his detective exam to justify a long-delayed European vacation.
: As the only outsiders, the Spitzes become prime suspects. They must use Nick’s (limited) police training and Audrey’s "knowledge" from mystery novels to clear their names while being pursued by Inspector Laurent Delacroix. Analytical Perspective: "Deep Paper" Themes
: Billionaire Malcolm Quince is murdered just as he is about to sign a new will disinheriting his heirs.
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