A surprisingly good comedy

Rating: 7/10 (28 May 2012)

This one worked for me as good as "The other guys". I assume the two people who read this review are familiar with the plot, so I'll just lay down the goodies. Script = smart. There's a plot onto which the jokes are glued on, and not vice versa. It works both on the meta - level (parody) as also a conventional comedy. The emotional spots and parts where it digs into the "nerds vs. hunks" - setting is good, and it truly rises above the material when it analyzes friendships. Acting = spot on. Jonah Hill delivers his usual goods and wisely gives more light to - applause - Tatum Channing. This guy has charisma and has managed to carve out his niche in both drama and action roles. Now he delivers an absolutely hilarious comedic performance out of the bushes. L-effin-OL. Deadpan, check. Timing, check. Also, he isn't trying to steal scenes (Will Smith- style) and is game even when his character is the butt of the jokes. Watching him is like watching an R-rated version of Joey from "Friends".
It's a bit shy on the action, but it pays off with comedy. The chemistry between Hill & Channing is exceptional so I'm really looking forward to see a sequel.