Mixed

Rating: 5/10 (20 November 2012)

All of the Adam McKay-Will Ferrel collaborations seem to follow the same path. The first part is good, dynamic and compelling. Then, once you reach the half of the movie, the script becomes a heavy mess with no clear direction until the final outcome. Talladega Night is no exception to the rule.
It's infuriating because every time, the story has potential and the duo manages to create a unique and special universe with crazier characters. But everything is unfortunately badly or under developed, leaving mixed feelings and a certain frustration.
Let's note that the best aspect of the movie is Jean Girard character played by an excellent Baron Cohen.