A good surprise

Rating: 7/10 (4 May 2013)

A movie adapted from a series, moreover from a comedy angle, suffice to say 21 Jump Street already augured a semi-fail, yet it is a good surprise.
The script relies on the same premise as the series which is young looking cops infiltrating young groups. The plot is basic but very rhythmic in its unfolding so much that you hardly get bored, and you even surprise yourself laughing at the good gags livening up the movie.
Jonah Hill shows once again all his comical potential, whereas Channing Tatum seems a bit more uncomfortable and ultimately a lot more ordinary in his role, but the duo works well and that is what is important. There is also a nice, really unexpected cameo of Johnny Depp.
Let's hope the follow-up will be at least as good.