Weak, But Worth a Look

Rating: 6/10 (30 May 2013)

Hangover III is billed as the final chapter in the Hangover saga. The familiar characters that form "the wolfpack" take on a new adventure. This time, there is no bachelor party and no hangover that requires them to recreate their lost time. Instead there is a road trip, a kidnapping, and a life threatening adventure for 4 familiar faces. The story is filled with adult humor, offensive language, and references/flashbacks to the previous Hangover movies.
"Chow" is back and shares top billing with his new best friend "Alan". Chow has stolen some gold bars. Alan and the wolfpack are forced to hunt him down and find the gold or face dire consequences. The search leads them to Las Vegas where they all have bad memories from their first Hangover.
Hangover III is more drama than comedy. The story was well told and easy to follow. The humor was accidental and infrequent. People who expect a hilarious movie will be extremely disappointed. Those who want to see misfits take on a challenge will be entertained.
The credits begin to roll and there is additional footage which leads us to believe that there will be another Hangover to deal with. This added segment is the best part of Hangover III and is absolutely worth the price of admission. This segment is laugh-out-loud funny and the most unpredictable part of the movie.
III was the weakest of the Hangovers, but still worth a look--best to view on cheap movie night or when out with the guys. I give it 6 out of 10 stars.