The New Winnie the Pooh!

Rating: 8/10 (16 July 2015)

Ted (2012): Dir: Seth MacFarlane / Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, Giovanni Ribisi, Jessica Barth: Voice: Seth MacFarlane: From the creator of the hit animation Family Guy comes a most unique buddy flick that opens with a boy wishing that his teddy bear comes to life. This whole bit makes no sense but it results in some unique comedy situations. The big joke regards the boy growing to become Mark Wahlberg who hasn't really grown up, and Ted becoming a pot smoking teddy bear whose miracle in the spotlight, including a guest shot on Johnny Carson, has faded. Central plot regards Wahlberg's girlfriend, played by Mila Kunis who desires that they move ahead in their relationship. She wants Ted to move out and get a job but instead Ted wrecks havoc on their relationship to the point where all three go their separate ways. This all concludes with a riveting climax where one party must correct a mental notion that benefits everyone. Seth MacFarlane provides the crass vocabulary of Ted who is a visually intriguing character in his movements and expressions but this is no kids movie. Parents could make that same assumption as done with Bad Santa. Wahlberg is appealing as Ted's owner who struggles with forging ahead, while Mila Kunis moves above typical girlfriend role to someone dealing with a flirty boss and cleaning sh*t off the floor after Ted invites over four hookers. Giovanni Ribisi plays Ted's creepy stalker. Jessica Barth steals moments as Ted's girlfriend and co-worker Tami-Lynn who has a sassy tongue. Theme regards the fine line of growing up and different fazes of friendship. Score: 8 / 10