Comedy Reviews
Review: What Happens in Vegas
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"Vegas" is a crass collection of dreadful slapstick and obnoxious performances. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Made of Honor
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Patrick Dempsey's charms can't salvage this loathsomely formulaic romantic comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Baby Mama
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Tina Fey and Amy Poehler deliver comedic chemistry. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
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Harold & Kumar embark on a painfully unfunny sequel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D-)
Review: The Visitor
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Director Thomas McCarthy executes a courteous absorbing drama about relationships. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Nim's Island
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Miscalculated direction and disappointing acting make for a fantasy failure. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Leatherheads
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George Clooney proves himself as a comedic actor and director. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Run Fatboy Run
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Director David Schwimmer surprises with a British slapstick comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Horton Hears a Who
An askew pop sensibility gives "Horton Hears a Who" ample charm. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: College Road Trip
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Disney puts forth a shrill hodgepodge of of slapstick and melodrama. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Penelope
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An obnoxious molding of paper-thin fantasy and shrill comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Semi-Pro
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Lack of direction makes for an erratic comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
Review: Charlie Bartlett
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Clouded execution and miscasting weaken a study on disenfranchised youth. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C-)
Review: Be Kind Rewind
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An unexpected charmer from director Michel Gondry's infinite imagination. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A-)
Review: Definitely, Maybe
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Finally: a romantic comedy that doesn't cave to cliches. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Fool's Gold
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Fool's Gold can't rise above mediocre misadventure. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
Review: In Bruges
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A dreary and unsteady dark comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade:C)
Review: Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
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A slightly
ludicrous, but overwhelmingly good-natured comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show
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An engaging, sporadically hilarious concert film. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Strange Wilderness
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A one-dimensional comedic misfire. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Over Her Dead Body
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About as funny as a dead body. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Meet the Spartans
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Not even a nearly naked Carmen Elektra can save this moronic monstrocity. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: F)
Review: Mad Money
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A semi-worthwhile caper. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: 27 Dresses
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A stale suffocating romantic "comedy." Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: The Perfect Holiday
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A well-meaning but humorless piece of holiday drivel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Juno
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"Juno" suffers from unlikeable characters, synthetic emotions, and overwrought execution. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Enchanted
Disney pays homage to past princesses with it's latest endeavor aimed at tweens. Review by Connie Wang. (Grade: C+)
Review: This Christmas
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Charm and heart make for a pleasing, if overlong holiday movie. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Enchanted
Amy Adams brings wonder and heart to Disney's latest princess movie. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Margot at the Wedding
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Margot mines family dysfunction for robust comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A)
Review: Fred Claus
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A heartwarming and genuine Christmas comedy that will appeal to adults and children. Review by Connie Wang. (Grade: A)
Review: Fred Claus
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Loathsome comedy and painful melodrama make for a very un-merry Christmas movie. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Bee Movie
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Seinfeld's first foray into feature films lacks comedic sting. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
Review: Dan in Real Life
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Strong improvisation and surprisingly nuanced acting elevate this standard romantic comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Why Did I Get Married?
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Tyler Perry's surprisingly sophisticated portrayal of interpersonal relationships is undermined by his inane comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
Review: Good Luck Chuck
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"Good Luck Chuck's" identity crisis produces a useless mess. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: The Brothers Solomon
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Watching two morons engage in lame slapstick sucks pretty hard. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: The Nanny Diaries
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Good performances and strong direction elevate "Nanny Diaries" above similar fare. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Superbad
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"Superbad" is profane, dirty and absolutely hilarious. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A-)
Review: I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry
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Adam Sandler and Kevin James help this comedy overcome its clunky execution. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: License to Wed
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"Dreary" and "comedy" don't go well together. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D-)
Review: Evan Almighty
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Despite being a big, dumb comedy, "Evan Almighty" still offers a good time. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Ocean's 13
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The "Ocean" franchise gets its groove back in this roaring sequel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A)
Review: Knocked Up
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The director, stars and ensemble are all at the top of their game in this summer's must-see comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A)
Review: Shrek the Third
Past success lets the third installment of the "Shrek" franchise settle into a welcome groove. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: The Ex
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Funny moments pop up in "The Ex," but flimsy direction wastes a talented cast. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C-)
Review: Waitress
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Idiosyncracies and creative direction give this romantic comedy an extra spark. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A-)
Review: Lucky You
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Don't believe the rom-com marketing: Poker is the true star of this entertaining film. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Year of the Dog
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This film's detached observation staves off emotional connection to the story and characters. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Hot Fuzz
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"Hot Fuzz" is a unique blend of action-flick idolatry and parody. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A)
Review: Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters
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ATHF fans will love this glorified TV episode and the uninitiated may find flecks of fun amidst the absurdity. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Blades of Glory
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Casting mistakes and unseasoned direction cause this figure skating comedy to misfire. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: I Think I Love My Wife
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Chris Rock expands his acting repertoire, but this comedy remake still doesn't work. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: Wild Hogs
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Here's a shocker: "Wild Hogs" isn't half bad. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Reno 911!: Miami
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"Reno 911!: Miami" plays like an extended version of the TV show ... and that's a good thing. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Music and Lyrics
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A bubble of personality occasionally pops from beneath this film's shoehorned rom-com plotting. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: Music and Lyrics
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Once again, romantic comedy and Hugh Grant go well together. Review by Kuan-Lin Connie Wang (Grade: B+)
Review: Norbit
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Eddie Murphy shows flashes of his aggressive brilliance, but unnecessary sentimentality keeps "Norbit" down. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: Because I Said So
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If annoyance was the goal, then "Because I Said So" succeeds mightily. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D-)
Review: Unaccompanied Minors
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Armed with a talented young cast and a director with a vision, this family film is a pleasant surprise. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: The Holiday
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"The Holiday's" light-hearted core is buried under an ungainly running time. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj
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Ryan Reynolds was the saving grace in the original "Wilder," but he's MIA in this horrendous sequel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
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The D rocks hard and rocks long in this brilliant comedy. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A)
Review: For Your Consideration
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Christopher Guest takes aim at Hollywood's fame seekers in this witty mockumentary. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: A Good Year
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Russell Crowe and Ridley Scott push themselves into comedic territory, but their efforts fall woefully flat. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Borat
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With "Borat," Sacha Baron Cohen delivers an obscene comedic gem. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: A)
Review: Running with Scissors
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Random acts of lunacy and incoherent plotting bring this adaptation to its knees. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Man of the Year
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Multiple plotlines and wacky tonal changes turn this promising political comedy into an enormous mess. Review by Brian Orndorf (Grade: D+)
Review: Open Season
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Yet another CG flick about talking animals who laugh at farts. How novel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: School for Scoundrels
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"Old School" director Todd Phillips' attempt at a different form of comedy results in a flat, boring dud of a film. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
Review: Jackass Number Two
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The "Jackass" crew returns for more testicular torsion, snakebites and charging bulls. God bless 'em. Review by Brian Orndrof. (Grade: B)
Review: Trust the Man
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Dangling plot threads and sloppy filmmaking make this "relationship" film a chore to sit through. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Beerfest
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The Broken Lizard comedy troupe lets their inner frat boy run free. Hilarity does not ensue. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D-)
Review: How to Eat Fried Worms
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There are big changes in this "Worms" adaptation, but the novel's gross-out factor remains intact. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Accepted
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Justin Long is a star in the making and "Accepted" is fun to sit through, but the film lacks a killer instinct. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Snakes on a Plane
Web celebrity and a wacky title can't mask this film's deep flaws. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
Review: Scoop
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Woody Allen's latest comedy isn't uproarious, but it does have an enjoyable rhythm. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Clerks II
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Kevin Smith revisits his eloquently profane and oddly sincere roots in this welcome sequel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Little Man
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The Wayans' had a promising comedy premise, but they opted for another "crotches and farts" feature. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C-)
Review: You, Me & Dupree
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This sitcom-thin comedy brings out the worst in Owen Wilson and Matt Dillon. Review by Brian Orndorf (Grade: D-)
Review: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
Self-awareness and high expectations suck the playfulness out of this "Pirates" sequel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: The Devil Wears Prada
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The soul-sucking venom of the fashion industry is watered down to TV movie-of-the-week levels in this soft adaptation. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C-)
Review: Click
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Adam Sandler diverts from his absurdist humor, and the result is a lackluster comedy with missed potential. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
Review: Nacho Libre
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The comedy stars have aligned: Jack Black and Lucha Libre were made for each other. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: A Prairie Home Companion
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Robert Altman's laissez-faire directing meshes with the source material, but side-plots diminish the central story. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C-)
Review: Cars
Pixar's superb animation is a sight to behold, but the "Cars" storyline lacks creativity. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
Review: The Break-Up
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Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston form a strong comic duo, but fans should know this isn't "Wedding Crashers 2." Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
Review: Over the Hedge
Inspired anarchy highlights "Hedge's" best moments, but a by-the-numbers plot limits the film. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
Review: Stick It
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Rebellious teen girl finds redemption through competition and copious montages ... blah, blah, blah. (Grade: C)
Review: RV
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A family road trip is fertile ground for comedy, but "RV" doesn't have enough moxie to seize the opportunity. (Grade: C+)
Review: American Dreamz
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This messy amalgam of parody and pop culture lacks the satirical bite it needs to succeed. (Grade: D-)
Review: The Wild
Once you get past the similarities to "Madagascar," this animated animal romp actually entertains. (Grade: B-)
Review: Scary Movie 4
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"Scary Movie 4" hits more often then it misses, which is all you can ask for in a straight-on parody. (Grade: B-)
Review: Friends with Money
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Director Nicole Holofcener and her excellent cast examine the nuanced relationships between four complex friends. (Grade: B+)
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