A great comedy

Rating: Null/10 (3 September 2010)

If you're a fan of Simon Pegg you'll like this one. If you're a fan of comedies you'll like this one. It may be formulaic but Pegg's charisma and acting really shine thru.
the plot has been summarized already by many so here's the review.
The story was not new. There's the self-admitted loser (Pegg). The beautiful lady who is his object of desire (Newton). There's the off-kilter best friend (played superbly by Dylan Moran). And the too-good-to-be-true nemesis played by a surprisingly buff Hank Azaria.
The strength of the film is its heart. The character of Doyle is a loser but as the film progresses he gains back some of your respect - bit by bit. The acting by Pegg is superb with his physical comedy being one of his strengths.
Newton isn't called upon to do too much. Azaria gets the thankless role of being Mr Perfect and he does the transition from Knight in Shining Armour to A$$hole of the Year very well.
The direction by Schwimmer is a surprise. It never seems forced. the pacing seems just right. And London never looked more bright and cheery.
8/10