It's not really an original movie. It's not hilarious, it's not even particularily memorable, but while it lasts it makes for good watching. The characters are likable, there are a few good laughs and it's just...pleasant.
I do think Michael Cera is soon going to have to find a new routine. He's been playing the same character since well, ever. He's no doubt really good at playing that role, but he needs to show he's capable of more or I think he could be in trouble. He can probably get a couple more movies out before people start to catch on. By that point though, he'll have 80 billion dollars and will be able to afford to not give a shit.
I also really liked Kat Dennings as Norah and was glad to see her in a starring role, which I don't think she's had yet. Her friend was good too and played one of the most convincing drunks I've seen in a movie maybe ever. I've hung out with that character many times before, so that was cool.
The movie doesn't really take place in reality. The whole movie takes place in one night in New York, but this isn't real New York, this is movie New York. This is where you're never in danger of being raped or murdered or robbed no matter where you go at what time. You'll always get a terrific parking spot right in front of the place you're heading. Whatever though. I can accept that.
This is a very solid movie that was a huge surprise for me. Maybe it's because I wasn't expecting much and it wouldn't hold up as well on the second viewing...or maybe it's because I'm desperate to give a movie above a 7.5/10, but I really enjoyed this one.
8/10
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ReplyDeletehey shawn I'm sorry this isn't really in response to your review (although of course I enjoyed it and generally agree)but what's up with the 897? is it just part of the blog design? or is it a secret message to readers? is it a lost style mystery that we'll never get the answer to? (ps omg lost awesome). um ok keep up the good work!
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The whole time Drea and I were watching it, we kept commenting how it didn't seem like a real place. Somebody definitely should have been shot or mugged at some point in that night.
ReplyDeleteAnd as for Kat Dennings, you are correct, she has never had a starring role before, so its cool to see her like this. She was probably the only good thing that came out of the House Bunny.