Hmm im actually a little surprised how positive those comments are about Funny People. I might actually put that film on my to-watch list.
Absolutely brilliant. Ima huge fan of Shaun of the Dead and of course the comparisons between the two are unavoidable. I could never quite decide whether that should make me excited to watch it or apprehensive. I feel this film stands it on own though. Of course you have to compare the two as its a similar idea but this isn't simply a rip off. Brutal, violent, zombie slayings to a rock and roll soundtrack. Lots of laughs. An absolutely hilarious cameo from Bill Murray. Whats not to like?
Now, i like dumb comedy films. I dont go into them expecting a work of genius or anything particularly intellectual. This however may be the dumbest dumb comedy i have seen in a long, long time. I always thought this would be terrible and a bit of a chick-flick but it actually wasnt that at all. Im not quite sure what to make of it though. It was funny in places. Uma Thurman was actually very amusing as the crazy, emotional screw up her character is but maybe overall it was actually just a bit TOO dumb.
Its no secret that Ricky Gervais acting skills are somewhat limited. This role however was very suited to him. Its nothing new for him but its a typical Gervais role which helps his ability to take the lead. Greg Kinnear really helped him elevate his game as well by giving those two alot of scenes together throughout. Not an amazing rom-com by any means but quite a cute idea and enjoyable all the same i thought.