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Writer (WGA):
Judd Apatow (written by)
Release Date:
31 July 2009 (USA)
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Plot:
When seasoned comedian George Simmons learns of his terminal, inoperable health condition, his desire to form a genuine friendship cause him to take a relatively green performer under his wing as his opening act. full summary | full synopsis
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2 nominations
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Five Young Comedians Seen on the New 'Grown Ups' Banner
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Adam Sandler | ... | George Simmons | |
| Seth Rogen | ... | Ira Wright | |
| Leslie Mann | ... | Laura | |
| Eric Bana | ... | Clarke | |
| Jonah Hill | ... | Leo Koenig | |
| Jason Schwartzman | ... | Mark Taylor Jackson | |
| Aubrey Plaza | ... | Daisy | |
| Maude Apatow | ... | Mable | |
| Iris Apatow | ... | Ingrid | |
| RZA | ... | Chuck | |
| Aziz Ansari | ... | Randy | |
| Torsten Voges | ... | Dr. Lars | |
| Allan Wasserman | ... | Dr. Stevens | |
| Rod Man | ... | Himself | |
| Wayne Federman | ... | Comedy & Magic Manager |
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Untitled Judd Apatow/Adam Sandler Project (USA) (working title)
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Rated R for language and crude sexual humor throughout, and some sexuality.
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146 min | 153 min (unrated version)
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1.85 : 1 more
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USA:R (certificate #45381) |
Canada:13+ (Quebec) |
Canada:14A (Manitoba/Ontario) |
Canada:18A (Alberta/British Columbia) |
UK:15 |
Australia:MA |
Ireland:16 |
Singapore:M18 |
New Zealand:R16 |
Switzerland:14 (canton of Geneva) |
Switzerland:14 (canton of Vaud) |
Finland:K-13 |
Ireland:15 (video rating) |
Sweden:7 |
Mexico:B15 |
South Korea:18 |
Argentina:13
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Revealing mistakes: In the beginning, George's doctor states that he has very little Hemoglobin in his blood. Towards the middle of the movie, you see a doctor take George's blood, which is dark red, hence, brimming with Hemoglobin.
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References Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
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I'll start by saying that I am a Judd Apatow fan. I've loved most of his movies, including the two previous movies he's directed, The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up. I've seen each many times, and they are two of my favorite comedies.
This, however, didn't prepare me for his newest, Funny People. Apatow has become well known for his sweet, adult comedies, but this movie is very different from his others. I would almost call it a "funny drama." This has it's pros and cons. I don't think I laughed out loud as much as in either of the other two films, but what I got in return, is an actual good movie, that's actually ABOUT something.
I liked Adam Sandler before I knew what a good movie was, as I grew up watching his lighter movies, like Waterboy, Happy Gilmore, etc. I've seen him so much that he ceased becoming an actor to me and actually reached a point of self-parody. His role as comedian George Simmons is perfect for him, because he's basically playing himself, to a point. He gives the performance of his life, even better than Punch-Drunk- Love. His portrayal is cold and confused, angry and hurt. It's what a comedian might truly be like when he's not on stage. He plays it perfectly, providing a likable character while at the same time showing us there might not be so much to like. He's the best part of this movie, and that's saying something
The supporting cast is great, as usual. Seth Rogan actually plays a different character than his other movies as Ira, who acts as a great foil to George Simmons. Jason Schwartzman and Jonah Hill provide some great comedic backup, including their hilarious fictional sitcom "Yo, Teach". In fact, a lot of the laugh out loud comedy from the film stems from the many supporting performances and cameos (My favorites being Marshall Mathers and James Taylor). Eric Bana is very funny, and Leslie Mann gives an impressive performance as well.
Funny People's only real problem is it's ambition, and that's definitely the best problem to have. It's nearly two and a half hours, and while I didn't have a problem with the length, it obviously had to end when it did, as there aren't many people who would want to sit through a three hour comedy. I wish it could have ran even longer, as some subplots weren't fleshed out nearly enough. I really liked the romance between Ira and Daisy (Played by Aubrey Plaza, who is sweet and funny in every scene she's in), but it was rushed, and in the end cut short, which is a shame, because it's one of the best parts of the movie.
Above all, this is a real movie. It's success doesn't just depend on the amount of laughs it receives. Thanks to Sandler and a thought provoking story, this is more than just another raunchy-sweet comedy. The movie will definitely divide people more than the others, and I'm not sure it will find as big of an audience. Judd Apatow has improved tremendously with each movie he's directed, and, despite his detractors, he's going to be the king of the comedy movie for a long, long time.