Funny But Not THAT Funny
Written: Aug 19 '08
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Pros: SNL Cast, Good gags, Nice running bits, good cast support
Cons: some gags seemed forced and don't always hit.
The Bottom Line: Funny movie, hilarious to some (like me) Check it out just for fun.
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| spankyham's Full Review: Hot Rod |
I won't lie, I like Saturday Night Live. I'm a fan of Andy Samberg and Bill Hader, so I was bound to enjoy this movie. Being unbiased is going to be tough, but I'll try.
Here's the lowdown.
As any child of the 70's can tell you, being a daredevil used to be the BIG thing. It was everywhere and all over. Evel Knievel was a superstar. That kind of hype is what this movie is revolving around, so if you don't remember the daredevil hype era or if you've never seen an episode of Devlin, then you might not enjoy this movie as much as me or the folks out there like me in their late 20's to late 30's.
Even though not all of the jokes in this movie hit, most of them are funny enough to make it a true comedy and not just a funny movie that is trying too hard. I enjoyed some of the running gags like Rod fighting his stepdad and the weird vibe with his step brother.
The supporting cast really fleshed out this comedy. Rod's team is funny in very different and specific ways that really add to the overall hilarity of the movie. I especially liked Danny McBride as Rico, mostly because I think most of us have met a moron just like that.
Bill Hader was, of course, great as Dave. The perfect blend of geek and stoner. Check out his t-shirts. I knew people that wore those without irony. (lame)
I thought Sissy Spacek as his mom was both unconventional and hilarious. Who knew the coal miner's daughter was so funny.
Will Arnett plays a great jerk and in this he's no different than ever. He's slimy and hateful and great!
The ending of the movie is pitch perfect and exactly right. I'd say that overall this movie
Recommended:
Yes
Movie Mood: Funny Movie
Viewing Method: Other
Film Completeness: Looked complete to me.
Worst Part of this Film: Nothing
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