Movie MarauderThe Hangover
June 24th 2009 10:44
For anyone who's worried that this movie is one for the boys, don't be. The Hangover is genuinely funny, has appealing characters, a ripping soundtrack and a story that just keeps on getting better...with just a dollop of crassness to keep the lads happy.
The Hangover takes the classic tale of Buck's Night gone wrong, puts it on steroids and takes you on one wild ride. We start out with Doug (the groom-to-be), Alan (the brother-in-law), two best mates Phil and Stu and one worried bride to be. Sounds familiar right? Well along the way let's throw in a Mercedes convertable, Jaeger shots, a Bengal tiger, Mike Tyson, an Asian gang, kidnap, extortion, at least one wedding...and did I mention the baby? Suddenly this classic tale is reworked, revamped and revitalised.
The groom and bride to be play somewhat minor roles, as the story focuses on Alan (Zach Galifianakis), a rotund fellow of doubtful intelligence, Phil (Bradley Cooper), a teacher
escaping his life for the weekend and Stu (Ed Helms), a goofy doctor, or should I say dentist, with a seriously serious girlfriend. Their mission to uncover the events of the night before, undo the damage and most importantly, find the groom. The story that unfolds is hilarious and outrageous. And I hate to say it, but makes me want to go on the mother of all benders.
There is plenty of enjoyment factor for guys and girls, young and old. But beware, The Hangover does step over the line of political correctness a couple of times. Fortunately for the creators, it's funny enough to get away with it.
The Hangover takes the classic tale of Buck's Night gone wrong, puts it on steroids and takes you on one wild ride. We start out with Doug (the groom-to-be), Alan (the brother-in-law), two best mates Phil and Stu and one worried bride to be. Sounds familiar right? Well along the way let's throw in a Mercedes convertable, Jaeger shots, a Bengal tiger, Mike Tyson, an Asian gang, kidnap, extortion, at least one wedding...and did I mention the baby? Suddenly this classic tale is reworked, revamped and revitalised.
The groom and bride to be play somewhat minor roles, as the story focuses on Alan (Zach Galifianakis), a rotund fellow of doubtful intelligence, Phil (Bradley Cooper), a teacher
Alan, Phil and Stu in crisis
There is plenty of enjoyment factor for guys and girls, young and old. But beware, The Hangover does step over the line of political correctness a couple of times. Fortunately for the creators, it's funny enough to get away with it.
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