Michael LaCombe
Not so forgettable... Film Review
May 6th 2008 12:52
On a recent low day I took myself to the movies to see a light romantic comedy to lift my mood. I saw Forgetting Sarah Marshall with low expectations but was suprised to find a decent plot-line, some hilarious and enlightening moments, along with some creative acting.
It is incredibly difficult to find a film that appeals to a variety of demographics, but the SNL team responsible for Sarah Marshall, Superbad and Knocked Up have evidently found that balance. It featured some topical and crude remarks specifically with the boys, but offered the right mix of witty and light humour for everyone else.
Of course there was the typical romantic drama, but Forgetting Sarah Marshall presented character insights that were both easy to relate to and likeable. The male actors are endearing and the leading lady Mila Kunis showed her versatility, next to prior roles like That '70's Show and Family Guy.
The plot was somewhat predictable, but I managed to overlook that because the humour along the way provided that extra incentive to give it a chance to the very end.
The only weakness was Kristen Bell, who played the pretentious and unnatural Sarah Marshall. Her acting was wooden and the others carried her through the film.
Overall, a great light comedy for a rainy day or weeknight.
3.5/5
It is incredibly difficult to find a film that appeals to a variety of demographics, but the SNL team responsible for Sarah Marshall, Superbad and Knocked Up have evidently found that balance. It featured some topical and crude remarks specifically with the boys, but offered the right mix of witty and light humour for everyone else.
Of course there was the typical romantic drama, but Forgetting Sarah Marshall presented character insights that were both easy to relate to and likeable. The male actors are endearing and the leading lady Mila Kunis showed her versatility, next to prior roles like That '70's Show and Family Guy.
The plot was somewhat predictable, but I managed to overlook that because the humour along the way provided that extra incentive to give it a chance to the very end.
The only weakness was Kristen Bell, who played the pretentious and unnatural Sarah Marshall. Her acting was wooden and the others carried her through the film.
Overall, a great light comedy for a rainy day or weeknight.
3.5/5
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