I SAW THE HANGOVER
So I took a week off from the blog to do things that are seemingly more important than running a semi-popular entertainment website, whatever that may be. I hope in your time off from reading my blog you found yourself discovering something new or going outdoors to soak up the wonderful wildlife that shares this big ball o’ fun with us. Or maybe you discovered a newer, even better blog than the one you are reading now. If you did, well good for you.
On Saturday when I wasn’t writing for the blog I was hitting the local cinema to check out the first comedy hit of the summer, The Hangover. I was really hoping that the actual movie would live up to its hilarious trailer and promising cast, and fortunately that was the case.
The Hangover is the story of four dudes planning on spending a night in Vegas for a bachelor party. You may recognize Ed Helms (right) as Andy from The Office, Zach Galifianakis (left) from Out Cold or this video, Bradley Cooper (middle) as the asshole fiance of Claire in Wedding Crashers, and the other dude (not pictured) - I’ve got no clue who he is.
Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis will ultimately make this movie a smash success. The two will undoubtedly earn this movie box office success, unlike most comedies with a relatively unknown cast that gain a cult following once they hit video (Half Baked, Saving Silverman, etc.)
This comedy is a refreshing departure from the usual Judd Apatow gang and Will Ferrell movies of the summer. It’s extremely well-written with likable characters and an exciting plot line. It’s one of those movies that you’ll want to buy on video because you know it will be something you can watch over and over again.
It’s jam-packed with not only subtle and dry humor, but slapstick humor as well - you know, for the kids, or your friends who smoke too much marijuana. It can truly be enjoyed by anyone with a sense of humor who can appreciate (or not appreciate) waking up and not remembering the night before.
Plus, I find it hard for myself to not embrace a movie that features Phil Collins on the soundtrack.
Is this movie entertaining? Highly. Is it worth your hard-earned money? Definitely. 8/10
Check out the trailer below:
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The “other dude” is Nick Cage’s little bitch from the National Treasure movies.
Egads, was considering getting this movie until you mentioned Phil Collins on the soundtrack. *dry retch*