So funny on such a bad level...

Rating: 8/10 (20 December 2005)

So, I saw a sneak preview last night of The Ringer. The plot line was a little out there, but once the laughs started, there was no stopping. I'm guessing the writer started on the middle of the movie and when finished, decided to throw in a 5 min opening and closing. The movie was only 94 minutes, I think there could have been another 5-10 minutes dedicated to the ending at the very least.
And something I wasn't prepared for - Johnny Knoxville actually plays the (fairly) good guy trying to do the right thing, he just happens to be misled by his Uncle.
His acting ability was awesome, he played a "special" person extremely well. As did Geoffrey Arend who was in Super Troopers. And who knew Johnny Knoxville could play a guy with a conscience! Overall my expectations were low because I know who Johnny Knoxville is. But I was pleasantly surprised, great movie, highly recommended.