And they tried to live happily ever after

Rating: 10/10 (3 June 2007)

Previews can be amazing if done right, when they don't misrepresent the product or try to tell you the story in less than 4 minutes. "Knocked Up" revealed just enough not to spoil the surprisingly effective comedy that is bound to earn people's respect and make a few fans of its strong and engaging lead actors. Both of these players give outstanding performances as the very different people who must now deal with more mature issues than they are accustomed to.
Hegel is lovely as the professional woman who wants security and love in her life and now has to deal with a less than responsible and immature boyfriend. She recalls the sweetness and insecurity that made people like Lombard and Monroe so successful at playing this type of characters: human and vulnerable. Seth Rogan has an even more difficult task because he is the likable yet irresponsible man that somehow must be likable, still remaining true to his rather irresponsible nature. Will he ever grow up and learn to deal with his responsibilities? Is that possible? The film provides you with some interesting answers.
The film somehow manages to balance emotions ranging from absolutely vulgarity to some refreshing sweetness, the latter sorely missing from Apatow's previous efforts. In the end, the true surprises are the solid direction and terrific, consistent script that keeps us interested and caring for a good couple of hours. The writing is meaty, insightful, even precious for it knows the materials, the weakness and strengths in all of us, and it puts them all together in a very satisfying piece of film-making.
A new classic has been born... and a few stars along the way.