BrianSez's Review

Summary - Great 4.0

A silly and very funny film about Tim Lippe, an insurance agent from a sleepy Wisconsin town – sent to the “big city” of Cedar Rapids to an insurance convention. From the beginning, this “hangover-esque” film is non stop laughs, a little irreverent, but mostly just goofy humor that takes a jab at the supposedly stiff-necked and boring insurance agent. Of course, being that this film features Ed Helms, you watch as a Tim goes on for a ride with juvenile events that are largely out of his control, and meet stereotypes of the usual roles at a convention: the dude that drinks and parties too much, the straight-shooter, and the floozy-ish party gal — all of whom are well played and add lots of laughs. Very enjoyable!

Acting - Great 4.0

Ed Helms is in his usual role of the guy that spins out of control – and he’s perfect at it. Loved the main cohort John C Reily who was made for his role of the drinker with heart. Ann Heche made a great addition to the crew with her great party gal role, and Isiah Whitlock with decent acting as the straight man. Of course, the notable crew doesn’t stop there — with Kurtwood Smith, Sigourney Weaver, and others to make up a remarkably seasoned cast.

Film - Great 4.0

Even though the slapstick humor is no longer novel, the combination of funny situations with a top notch cast presented a great entertainment package.

Edge - Risqué 2.0

Drug use and convention sex – but presented in a good nature’d way.

Reality - Glib 1.8

2 Comments

• Wick Feb 21, 2011 2:21PM

  Regarding Wick’s Review
  Yeah, I go out less now than ever given the big screen in my family room. But it’s always fun to sit amongst an audience convulsed with laughter.

• BigdaddyDave Feb 21, 2011 1:49PM

  Regarding Wick’s Review
  Thanks for the great review! You’ve convinced me to make the trek into the city to go se this.

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