Wednesday 3 June 2009

Review: The Hangover



A movie where the end credits are the best part of the movie doesn't sound too promising - yet with The Hangover, its a testament to how consistent the laughs are throughout its entire running time.

The skill in which the film is scripted and directed is what takes The Hangover above the rest of the raunchy App Pack style comedies, with the premise and intrigue of hunting down missing groom-to-be Doug adding a purpose and momentum to the series of outrageously funny set pieces.

Zach Galifianakis looks set to be the breakout star as odd-man out Alan (with extra emphasis on odd) and could take over from Seth Rogen Hollywood's funniest fat guy with a beard (unless you count Joaquin Phoenix), but that shouldn't downplay the excellent comedic turns from all the main cast alongside a series of great cameo turns of which everyone will have their favourite*

*for those asking, mine was the completely inappropriate wedding singer

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