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Comedy / Drama / Romance produced in [ 2008, USA ]
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Actors:
Jason Segel Peter Bretter
Russell Brand Aldous Snow
Bill Hader Brian Bretter
Jack McBrayer Darald
Taylor Wily Kemo
Davon McDonald Dwayne the Bartender
Steve Landesberg Dr. Rosenbaum
Jonah Hill Matthew the Waiter
Paul Rudd Chuck
Kala Alexander Greg
Kalani Robb Helpful Hawaiian Waiter
Branscombe Richmond Keoki
Billy Green Bush Himself
William Baldwin Detective Hunter Rush
Jason Bateman Animal Instincts Detective
IMDB Rating: 7.60 out of 10 (33041 votes)

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  • From the guys who brought you "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" and "Knocked Up"
  • The ultimate romantic disaster movie
  • When Peter got dumped by his girlfriend, he wanted to get as far away as possible. Apparently... so did she
  • A comedy about getting dumped, and taking it like a man.
Plot Summary:
Devastated Peter takes a Hawaii vacation in order to deal with recent break-up with his TV star girlfriend, Sarah. Little does he know Sarah's traveling to the same resort as her ex ... and she's bringing along her new boyfriend.

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  • My Review posted on 28 Aug 2009

    Peter Bretter (Jason Segel) works as a background musician for television shows, including a show in which his girlfriend, Sarah Marshall (Kristen Bell) stars in. Things are going well, until Sarah drops the bombshell that she's leaving him for another man.Distraught, Peter decides to go on vacation in Hawaii, but as luck would have it, he's at the same hotel as Sarah and her new boyfriend, musician Aldous Snow (Russell Brand).With the help of front desk clerk Rachel (Mila Kunis), Peter vows to not allow this mixup to ruin his vacation. As he begins to forget about Sarah, he begins to draw himself closer to Rachel, but of course, things aren't always that easy."Forgetting Sarah Marshall" is another extremely hilarious raunchy comedy from the people who brought "The 40-Year Old Virgin" and "Knocked Up." The laughs flow like sweet wine and there's even some hints of seriousness from the characters. Sure, it has a predictable plot, but ultimately, the laughs are well worth the price to pay to see it.

  • Mildly Funny, Moderately entertaining, A significantly average comedy posted on 28 Aug 2009

    Stoller's 'Forgetting Sarah Marshell' is quite an entertaining comedy that does have its dry moments along side funny moments, but for me, this is predominantly a very average comedy and somewhat over-rated by the IMDb and general public.Its basically about some guy being dumped by his superstar girlfriend and he takes very hard.Jason Segel pulled off an amusing performance as you would expect, his script was snappy, cool and well written despite the definite issues of pacing. Russell Brand was surprisingly good in his role as Aldous Snow. Slight hints of satire in his irreverent character.This film is very current and its aiming for a very current audience. There's an array of beautiful women, pop culture jokes (sex and the city joke was great) and crudeness. That is why this may not be for everyone.This is one level higher than Superbad but the dragging story and lack of hilarious comedy drags it down. I only found myself laughing out loud once at the beginning where Brand's character unites a Jew and an Arab as a sign of equality, other than this, I was only chuckling.5.3/10

  • Puppets posted on 26 Aug 2009

    This has jokes that often work. It has a genuine pathos that is surprisingly rare and is now the trademark of Apatow productions. It has Hawaii and two women, one pretty the other a beauty. It has a deftly comic foil in the "other boyfriend." It has some frontal male nudity that probably should be commended simply because its avoidance is ridiculous. Here, in fact, we have it twice and though it is meant to punch up those scenes, I found that it actually was dramatically integrated.But because I am a narrative folding nut, I'll point out the three inner performance folds. The girlfriend is a TeeVee star on a show for which our hero writes music. Her inner role reflects on her outer one.The other boyfriend is a British rock star, whose onstage persona is mirrored in his character in the film. And the thing ends with the hero's play within the play. In this case it is an extremely clever musical comedy derived from Dracula and performed by a mix of puppets, humans in costume and the participating puppetmasters. It is really quite wonderful by itself and after the story ends, it is clear how the whole project grew out of it. The integration of the idea of a love that "smothers" is brilliant.Ted's Evaluation -- 3 of 3: Worth watching.

  • Worst movie of 2008 posted on 24 Aug 2009

    I wasn't prepared for this crappy movie, I thought it was going to be something good you know, the producers of ..... NO! it was lame, sad, pathetic, nice backdrop but that's about it, there's not a single funny line in this movie, I WANT MY MONEY BACK. Well, the girls are nice looking, I think Kunis, could be doing something better than this kind of movies, I mean she's got something in her acting, I guess she could do better, the sex scenes, stupid, the cast, oh my, oh my the cast, the worst ensemble I've seen so far for the producing company, not a good movie at all people. Not worthy of our time. 1/10 awful awful awful awful. 40 year old virgin, that's what you want to see....

  • The Best of the Judd Apatow Bunch posted on 18 Aug 2009

    "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" is an entertaining film, with brains. Please don't read too much into my title here; I loved "Knocked Up" and "The 40-Year Old Virgin," and liked "Superbad" as well. By a very small margin, I believe "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" surpasses the other three.There are a few things that stand out to me: (1) the way the differences in philosophy between the main character and Aldus Snow are played out during their surfing interaction. Sure, "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" is ultimately a comedy, but it's nice to see how intelligent it is during that interaction.Our main character is the heartbroken man that we've seen many times before -- shattered, and struggling to recover from a break-up. Though he's a cliché, we can still empathize with him. Snow, on the other hand, represents a different mindset and way of looking at the world: he simply can't stay committed to a single woman.Guys, don't we all feel that way sometimes? I know I have. That scene is excellent because we can understand both perspectives. The loyal lover and the adventurous male driven by sex, not love. It's a very interesting dynamic.I loved the Aldus character, and Paul Rudd's surfing instructor as well. "The weather outside is...weather..." Good stuff. Other funny lines too.Also, I thought it was refreshing to get the other side of the hated female character. Sarah Marshall is supposed to be the character that the audience despises, because she breaks our lead's heart. But instead of making her one-dimensional and devious, we get to see another side of her near the final act of the film.Sarah is a human, too. She explains why she's been cheating on her man, and we don't have to forgive her or condone her behavior, but we have to understand her perspective. The main character was a bum at times. Sarah's a hot commodity in general, and internally, she was just looking for a guy who would keep her on her toes. Understandable, I think.And of course, who could forget that fact that Mila Kunis is so smokin' hot in this movie? Always a plus."Forgetting Sarah Marshall" made me laugh, but it also made me respect its maker. This is a film that develops its essential characters, and we should thank Mr. Apatow for that.

  • Russel Brand = Comedy Genius posted on 18 Aug 2009

    If you are new to Russel Brand then you may have found his performance surprising as Aldous Snow. For me it was the reason I went to watch the film in the first place. Russel has been a comedian presenter in the Uk for a few years now and has been tearing up the screens with his eccentric humour. He basically stole the show and produced the funniest scenes. Overall the film was a good comedy full of silliness and laughs. Definietely not one to take seriously or to try and understand the major plot holes. Usual Apatow Crowd appearing everywhere within the film and they were all great specially Jonah Hill. I have to say that the editing was a bit choppy and at a few points you could tell that scenes were chopped in half and put in different places and times in the film. Having said that i wasn't too bothered as i was too busy laughing. I actually laughed for a full 15 mins at one point as every time i was about to stop another funny thing happened, usually involving Brand.Storyline - Who cares Acting - Decent Believability - Yeah right !!! Comedy Value - HilariousIf they made it any differently it wouldn't have been as funny. In fact the last 20 mins faded into insignificance as they tried to tie up the plot with emotional value.9/10 for a comedy 5/10 if i was to ignore the comedy

  • Best Adult Comedy of 2008 posted on 14 Aug 2009

    I went to this movie not knowing what to expect and I was pleasantly surprised. This movie is definitely not for kids. There is male frontal nudity and a lot of sexual innuendos throughout the movie.Jason Segel did a good job playing the role of a song/music writer having problems getting over Sarah Marshall after their break-up. He is convinced to take a vacation to get away so he can forget about her, and ends up going to the same Hawaiian resort as Sarah and her boyfriend went to.Mila Kunis plays the role of desk clerk or guest relations person and does the role justice. She has grown up to be a very hot young woman and I look forward to seeing more of her in the future.All-in-all, the movie was entertaining and funny and worth watching. The rock opera about Dracula at the end was different but not too bad. Go see it if you want a pretty funny adult situation comedy.

  • Not bad but not too good either posted on 10 Aug 2009

    10 years ago,in the TV programme Saturday Night Live,comedian Will Ferrell made popular the character of an adult guy who behaves as an idiot.On that moment,that was innovative.But now,that has became into a cliché and,after seeing it on an enormous quantity of films (two examples : Dodgeball and Blades of Glory),I am getting a little bit tired of it.That's one of the main reasons which made Forgetting Sarah Marshall not too good for me.This is not a bad comedy but it has various negative points.Besides using a tiring formula,the screenplay is mediocre.Various gags from it fail while a lot of things feel forced.Jason Segel was a bad choice for the main character.He has zero grace and charisma and he becomes irritating.Plus,he is a bad imitator of Ferrell when he was on Saturday Night Live.In spite of all that negative elements,I cannot say this is a bad movie.After all,it did not bore me and I laughed on some occasions.So,I think I can give Forgetting Sarah Marshall a slight recommendation if you just wanna have a light time and nothing else.In summary,this movie is not bad but it is not too good either.

  • "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" is anything but forgettable. posted on 06 Aug 2009

    In "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," musician Peter Bretter -- played by Jason Segel of "How I Met Your Mother" and "Freaks & Geeks" fame -- finds himself at the receiving end of a dumping by way of his TV-star girlfriend, the titular character of Sarah Marshall (Kirsten Bell). It goes without saying that he takes it rough, attempting to heal his wounds by boozing it up day and night, slumming in a string of one-night stands and barely catching a glimpse of daylight. It's not bad enough that every time he turns on the TV or goes to work he has to see her face (he provides the score for her TV show), but when he decides to take off to Hawaii in hopes of fading her from his memory, she happens to be staying at the exact same resort as him, with her new lover, the charismatic rock-star, Aldous Snow (Russell Brand) in tow. With a little help from a desk-clerk played by Mila Kunis, he starts to come to terms with his predicament, while simultaneously finding new love and a renewed sense of passion for a long in-the-works rock opera about Dracula -- with puppets.What makes "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" great, and what sets it aside from typical break-up comedy fare is that it's also a movie about finding the drive and ambition within yourself to do what truly makes you happy. It's in the same vein as other Judd Apatow fare such as "Knocked Up" and "The 40 Year-Old Virgin" in that while it's got a filthy mind, it's also got substantial heart. This flick, while being an Apatow production, was actually written by its star, Jason Segel, giving it a very personal feeling. Nothing is overly sugar-coated, as Segel finds himself in awkward moments that are a little too realistic to be works of fiction. The supporting cast -- consisting of Apatow regulars and otherwise -- are as wild as they seem natural at times. Mila Kunis is stunning and sweet as Peter's newfound love-interest, while Kirsten Bell plays the manipulative, confused ex-girlfriend to a T. Russell Brand isn't so much playing the role of the self-absorbed, sex-nuts rocker, as he is playing a character that seems to exist within himself. Other, slightly minor roles from Bill Hader, Paul Rudd, Jonah Hill and Jack McBrayer provide some of the more off-color humor of the film. Its a well-rounded film that will speak volumes to many people, regardless of where they are at in their lives. Segel's script keeps things feeling real, playing it close to the chest and not afraid to delve into the most awkward and true-to-life situations. Its ending is a bit clichéd, but would you want it any other way? Overall, you'll leave this one feeling satisfied and with a little left to chew on.

  • unexpected review of Forgetting Sarah Marshall posted on 04 Aug 2009

    The old-school Hollywood team, the Reel Geezers on YouTube give a great review of Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Their opposing viewpoints makes you think about the film and the current state of comedy in film. They have much to say about the role of women in comedy and about Judd Apatow's style. They discuss past comedies and the specific characters in the film. You will come away with a something to think about after watching their reviews. Their blunt honesty about the film and its devices is refreshing and an often unheard perspective when it comes to movie reviews. Check out their dialog on YouTube go to Reel Geezers or the direct link to Forgetting Sarah Marshall http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBD8m1m9vOk

  • Could I see less nudity and more acting, please? posted on 04 Aug 2009

    This movie is as canned as a stripper at a church. Not only is the plot predictable, but the acting is terrible. It had a few funny jokes - the kind of stuff that draws you in during the trailer - beyond which there was nothing but fluff. Further, the MANY shots of full-frontal male nudity were nothing less than obscene. What the movie lacked in actual substance, it tried to make up in vulgarity. This is not a movie you'd want to see with your spouse/parter...and it barely qualities as one of those love-to-hate movies you would see with close friends. If you're really curious, I would wait until it comes to the dollar movie machine - it's worth about that much.I came in expecting a quaint twist on the classic romantic comedy. Actually, the movie is far more slap-stick and obscene.

  • Hey! Thumbs up for a good romantic comedy for a change! posted on 31 Jul 2009

    You know how movies about breakups tend to fall immediately into a pattern, becoming uninteresting and purely financial? Breakups usually follow a pattern, so isn't that normal? No, it is not, because human relationships are personal and a movie about them should reflect first and foremost that personal thing, the thing that makes it seem so different from anybody else's experience.This movie does that, and does it well. There are still some exaggerations, mainly for comic relief, but overall it is a good romantic comedy. It made me laugh, which is more than I can say for 95% of all comedies I've ever watched.Bottom line: A must see with a girl you want a relationship with. Oh, and Mila Kunis is really really cute! They went over the top there to make here lovable... and I am hooked! :)

  • Forgetting Sarah Marshall is the best comedy of the year so far, and maybe the best movie, period. posted on 23 Jul 2009

    I just went to an advance screening of Forgetting Sarah Marshall and it is just as funny as 40 Year Old Virgin, Knocked Up, and Superbad. Jason Segel has crafted a screenplay that could have easily disintegrated into an over-the-top, unbelievable, and lowbrow comedy. Instead, all of its characters are believable and, more importantly, we really care about them and their feelings. If you cant tell from the other Apatow & Crew movies, these guys can act with the best of them. If there has ever been a time for the Academy Awards to start acknowledging comedies as just as good as Dramas, it is now, in the time of Apatow. Yes the comedy is as filthy as ever, but the acting is just as good as almost any drama out there. I would even say that comedy is harder than Drama in that it is incredibly hard to craft characters that you feel for and believe while still being funny. Apatow and his friends are the kings of it. It was evident in "Freaks and Geeks" and it has only gotten better now. Jason Segel is great and you feel for his character immensely. Kristen Bell plays her part as the heartbreaker ex-girlfriend pitch perfectly. At times her character, without giving too much away, is semi-tragic. Mila Kunis completely makes us forget about her days as the dumb hottie on "That 70's Show" and makes us fall in love with her character along with Peter. Russell Brand has the toughest job playing the ridiculous parody of a British rocker. At times he is a bit over-the-top but he gets some of the biggest laughs in the movie while retaining a bit of believability. The supporting characters are just as good as they have been in every other Apatow movie. Bill Hader, while I liked him more in Superbad, gets some big laughs as the brother who wants Peter to get over Sarah. Jonah Hill gets some huge laughs as the hotel employee who has a man crush on the British rocker. Paul Rudd is one of the best comic minds of our time and he is as funny as ever as Chuck/Kunu the hotel's surf instructor. The writing and directing are both top-notch as well.If there is anything bad I can say about it, is that some of the editing jumps around suddenly and sometimes some scenes seem a bit out of place. Also there is a scene where a boom gets in the shot. There are a few continuity issues (towels on shoulders disappearing and drinks in and out of peoples hands) but those are to be expected. Do not miss this movie it is the best movie so far this year!!!

  • A movie that is yet to become legendary! posted on 23 Jul 2009

    As i read some comments about this movie I still didn't believe that this will not be much more than average comedy, but after credits started to roll i thought myself - man, this movie is a classic for the 21st century! We just don't know it yet.. Amazing job. The performance of Jason Segel is just great, even Mila Kunis does excellent playing a more modest type of girl than in That '70s Show. It was also hilarious to see Branscombe Richmond playing after quite a while. Anyway i'm giving a 10 to this movie and the reason is simple: i'm not a big comedy fan, but with this movie i really enjoyed time watching it, and it made my day. I kinda had similar experience, and that made it even more comical. Thumbs up!p.s.: excuse me for my bad English

  • Very funny, but predictable posted on 21 Jul 2009

    It's a little tough for me to get a handle on how effective the first 20 minutes of this movie are, because the projectionist was showing it in the wrong ratio, meaning the boom mic was swinging around the screen like a bee that had been let in the room and was intent on following the conversation. A bee on a big metal arm like.Still, once that got sorted and the distraction was out of the way (idiotically jabbering cinema patrons not-withstanding) I had a pretty good time with this movie. It's completely predictable, and in most respects like just about every other romcom you've ever seen but still manages to hit a consistent laugh rate. A lot of those laughs arise from the japes of Russell Brand though, who is a marmite personality if there ever was one, so if you have an irrational hatred of the man then you may want to steer clear. He does very well though, his character effectively being Russell Brand and appearing to ad lib all over the place, thus avoiding any awkwardness that his transition to the big screen might have resulted in (I haven't seen "St. Trinians" though, so can't vouch for him in that, he might be a roasted turd in it for all I know).Also deserving mention is Paul Rudd, who is brilliant as always and comes close to stealing the show. And an entertaining show it is, ignore that it's horribly clichéd, forget that it follows the cookie cutter structure of every rom-com on the planet, relax and have a few laughs with it.

  • Brilliant posted on 21 Jul 2009

    I sit before this computer awestruck, currently experiencing what I call "Cinematic Grandeur" running through my very veins. I have felt the once-in-a-blue-moon feeling of wanting to see a movie the second it was over. No, not Juno, not Crash, not The Matrix, not one of them life-altering Oscar flicks. No, this is simply a potty-mouthed laugh attack. And it's brilliant.Forgetting Sarah Marshall (A Judd Apatow Production), details the life of Peter Bretter (Jason Segel, How I Met Your Mother) following a break-off of a five year love-a-thon with TV celeb Sarah Marshall (Kristen Bell, Heroes). Broken-hearted and crying like a schoolgirl, Peter resorts to a trip to Hawaii to calm his state of panic, only to find everyone's favorite celebrity ex and her newest boytoy, British rock sensation Aldous Snow (Russell Brand). The heartbreak continues despite being surrounded by the most beautiful part of the country, until encouraged by friends to secure a hot date with the lovely receptionist Rachel Jansen (Mila Kunis, That 70's Show). What follows is a laugh riot featuring great cameos and one liners that'll leave you in stitches.It should be noted right away, though the plot sounds quasi-cliché, it feels anything but. Snappy one-liners and cut-away jokes make for brilliant surprises in the plot, and the timing of said jokes is phenomenal. What I refer to as "Family Guy Syndrome", aka the ability to drag on a joke way too long, is gone completely from FSM. Just when one of the jokes seems tedious, it's over and the plot advances. The writing is top-notch, brilliantly funny, and delivered solidly by the four main leads. The aforementioned leads carry the plot like a sloth carries moss. Segel's moments of sheer embarrassment are to die for, and I mean embarrassment. Full frontal embarrassment. Meanwhile Brand attempts to steal the show as the British music idol who's borderline straight-edge and consistently delivers comedy gold. Kunis and Bell each act out their respective girly parts well, and you manage to find yourself caring about each character despite the way you want to hate Marshall.Perhaps most intriguing is the ability of actor cameos to bring a smile to your face, whether's it's Jonah Hill (of Accepted and Superbad fame) as a waiter obsessed with the career of Snow, Paul Rudd (star of previous Apatow projects, 40-Year-Old-Virgin and Knocked Up) as a dim bulb surf instructor or even Jason Bateman (Arrested Development) making a great cameo while the credits roll. All the bit parts are played competently and each manages to steal the scene when they're on screen. If anything, all the comedy belongs to the background players while the big four advance the plot. Oh, and did I mention Jack McBrayer (30 Rock's Kenneth) plays quite a part himself?When push comes to shove, I don't how much more praise I can lay on this movie. It's heartfelt, hilarious, and dare I say it, near-perfect. I'd love to say it's perfect, simply because I can't find any flaws, but I'm hesitant to dish out that scary ten out of ten. That said, FSM is the funniest movie I've seen in years. Better than Wedding Crashers, Anchorman, Knocked Up, Superbad, if you name it, this movie's likely funnier. Led by strong acting, snappy writing, and an all out fantastic showing by everyone involved, it seems Judd Apatow has once again struck comedy gold. My only question is, how does he outdo this one?

  • "Forget" the rules of the typical romcom, this one is funny & innovative posted on 17 Jul 2009

    Peter (Jason Segel, who also wrote this gem) is a composer of television theme songs. His longtime girlfriend, Sarah Marshall (Kristen Bell) is the star of a crime show that sports his musical compositions. But, horror of horrors, Sarah stuns Peter by breaking up with him and moving out. Since Peter was completely in love with Sarah, who did little things like buy him a tupperware container to keep his cereal from getting stale, his heartache is acute. Needing a change, Peter decides to head for Hawaii and clear his head. Yet, when he arrives at a posh hotel and is greeted by a lovely hotel employee, Rachel (Mila Kunis), Pete soon discovers that Sarah is also a guest, along with her new love interest, Brit musician Aldous Snow (Russell Brand)! Now, how in the heck is Peter supposed to "get over" Sarah when he meets her everywhere, in the restaurants or on the beaches? Trying hard, Peter takes up surfing with a local stonehead (Paul Rudd) and even works himself into a few dates with the lovely Rachel. But, will his heart heal? Forget about the typical romcom rules and just enjoy this "male" take on the ups and downs of love. Segel should receive much praise for not only starring in this comic winner but writing it as well. Bell is great as the ambitious blonde beauty who is not as empty headed as one might believe and Kunis, with her huge, beautiful eyes, does a fine job as a possible new hearthrob for Peter. Rudd is a hoot as the 24/7 stoner while Brand is likewise hysterical as the full-of-himself rock star. The rest of the cast, including Jonah Hill and Bill Hader, is quite nice as well. As for the Hawaiian setting, it is beautiful to the maximum and worth the ticket or rental price alone. Add on great costumes, amenities, and direction and you have a polished film indeed. The writing is very funny, such as the scene where Peter signs up to help with a luau, not realizing he will asked to "kill" the poor pig. However, one caveat is that if you are in search of good, clean fun, this one is not the film for you, as it has many risqué, sexually charged scenes & themes. Nevertheless, for couples on the lookout for a flick to please both genders, here is a terrific choice, for it has plenty of raunchy humor and wistful romance at the same incredible time.

  • Hilarious! posted on 15 Jul 2009

    Yet another Apatow productions that makes you laugh and have a great time at the movies (which hasn't happened too often in the past few years).The chemistry between the main characters is amazing, the crude jokes and extraordinarily awkward moments make this movie an instant comedy classic. It sucks you in and keeps you there the entire time. Its funny, involving, has interesting main characters, Hawaii and a great satisfying ending. All the conversations feel real and intriguing, not overdone and unbelievable. You really feel sorry for the Peter and you share his emotions through this entire ordeal.This is a must see for anyone who liked 40 year old virgin or Superbad or anyone over 18 really. It's a story we all can relate to in one way or another.9 out of 10

  • You Won't Soon Forget It! posted on 15 Jul 2009

    I know, I went for the obvious.I was lucky enough to see an early screening of "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" a few days ago and I am more than happy to start spreading some buzz for this film. It was consistently funny and highly quotable with a strong cast and well developed characters. I have been continually impressed with the multi-talented young actors under Judd Apatow's wing and Jason Segel--who, I'll admit has been one of my favorites since "Freaks and Geeks"--does not disappoint. There are many familiar faces here from other Apatow projects, but for good reason. Paul Rudd, whom I love equally in comedy and drama (true fans must view "The Shape of Things" but be prepared to be uncomfortable), Bill Hadar, and Jonah Hill hit just the right notes in their supporting roles. There's Russell Brand--whom I was unfamiliar with but apparently evokes strong feelings one way or the other across the pond--is hysterical and delivered some of my favorite lines. Kristen Bell and Mila Kunis are sympathetic straight women to the goofy men around them. It was particularly nice to Mila Kunis outside of the 70's Show/Family Guy worlds. And, last, but certainly not least, there's 30 Rock's Jack McBrayer playing an equally lovable and funny newlywed version of Kenneth.Though I did feel that the film ran a little long, it never once dragged. There were also a few shots that I am sure will not be available until the unrated DVD hits stores because though they are truly hilarious, they are essentially the only thing keeping the film from a PG-13 rating.Finally, I will say, that those who liked Knocked Up, Superbad, and 40 Year-Old Virgin, will certainly enjoy this movie. I, personally, would rank it above the other three and will enjoy debating my friends about that come April.

  • Get smelling salts to wake people up posted on 15 Jul 2009

    This movie was mildly funny at times. It was too long to stay funny. Why waste time with the virgin couple and the waiter who was in superbad? Those parts of this movie were boring. Funniest poop was between the actor from that TV show with Neil Patrick Harris and rock star guy that was a John Mayer clone. That had me laughing. Rock star character saved this movie from being a BOMB!!!!. I'm a fan of Ben Stiller when it comes to romantic comedy type movies. Forgetting Sarah Marshell was trying to either be a romantic comedy or serious drama like Some Kind of Wonderful. Never was either. Thr real life GF from that actor Home alone confronts her ex on a beach. I'm thinking okay this going some place. NOTHING. later the TV show actor guy is waited on by the waiter that punches him after shagging oh so hot reception desk girl. this time happy guy refuses drink. hey didn't that guy beat you up on the beach? Rent if based in rock star character. Thay guy is FUNNY.