Too long for a comedy

Rating: Null/10 (10 October 2007)

This isn't too bad a film, but in reality it shouldn't have run over 90 minutes, let alone the 2 hours plus it actually weighs in at. The plot is simple: a spliff scoffling loser somehow pulls a gorgeous babe for a one-night stand. Only problem is, he 'knocks her up'. The film then charts the unexpected relationship as the pair decide to keep the baby and come together. There were plenty of jokes in the first half, many in poor taste, but that suits the genre. However, the later stages really dragged, with an endless birth scene and too much schmaltz. There was no need for a film of this type to attempt a serious element. Some of the scenes are funny, especially the sex scene where the baby is duly made. But by the end of the film, any laughs have worn off and I was relieved that it was all over!