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The plot of Failure to Launch is utterly implausible, yet the movie is thoroughly fun. Tripp (laid-back Matthew McConaughey, Sahara, Dazed and Confused) is a 35-year-old man who still lives with his parents (Kathy Bates, Misery, and ex-quarterback Terry Bradshaw)--and they aren't happy about it. Eager to get him out of the nest, they hire Paula (Sex and the City's Sarah Jessica Parker), a professional motivator who feigns relationships with boy-men so that their improved self-esteem will lead them to leave the nest. But Tripp's not the usual insecure shut-in Paula's used to, and as sparks fly, Paula finds herself losing her professional distance. This sort of set-up drove classic screwball comedies of the 1930s and 40s; once you embrace the absurdity, the movie zips along with a surprising balance of humour and bittersweet shadings. Failure to Launch gets a huge boost from the supporting performance of Zooey Deschanel (Elf) as Paula's housemate Kit--part sourpuss, part tomboy, and entirely sexy and winning. McConaughey and Parker have enjoyable chemistry and carry the movie well, but Deschanel is an oddball romantic-heroine-in-waiting. Also featuring Bradley Cooper (Alias) and Justin Bartha (National Treasure). --Bret Fetzer
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Sadly, I wasn't blown away by this. It's a bit stale and just doesn't leave you with a feeling of 'wow'.
The story line is a bit far fetched but original I guess. It could have been a really good idea but the film was just missing something. There were sweet moments, and funny moments, but nothing outstanding.
Or perhaps my problem was Sarah Jessica Parker. I'm just not a big fan. But I do quite enjoy Matthew McConaughey (always gets a laugh out of me). However, the supporting cast really stole the show: Zooey Deschanel, Bradley Cooper and Justin Bartha had my attention more than the main couple.
Overall I wouldn't recommend buying it. I'd rent it or borrow it or something. And save it for a rainy day when there's nothing else on.
It's a romcom so if you like them you might enjoy this.
The story line is a bit far fetched but original I guess. It could have been a really good idea but the film was just missing something. There were sweet moments, and funny moments, but nothing outstanding.
Or perhaps my problem was Sarah Jessica Parker. I'm just not a big fan. But I do quite enjoy Matthew McConaughey (always gets a laugh out of me). However, the supporting cast really stole the show: Zooey Deschanel, Bradley Cooper and Justin Bartha had my attention more than the main couple.
Overall I wouldn't recommend buying it. I'd rent it or borrow it or something. And save it for a rainy day when there's nothing else on.
It's a romcom so if you like them you might enjoy this.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Not even Kathy Bates saves this one from being an absurdity of a film. I don't think she even tried. The only reason I saw it through- Zooey Deschanel deadpaning away. Seriously. The rest? Rubish. Far too many pretty people in cliche situations. And SJP- ubber annoying.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Something about this just bored me to tears. A stupid,selfish film which showed no regard for anyone, simply to justify what many women think about men who live at home with their parents still and haven't bothered to get into the real world. There is nothing clever or arty about this movie, it is a simple chick flick, that is all. Why would this be a funny way to pass the time? Both characters bounced off each other with a dull absurdity but I really disliked it I'm afraid.
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Don't bother
Pretty terrible film with two useless lead actors. Most of the screenplay made me cringe. Avoid at all cost, it's a waste of money.
Published 4 months ago by Teen
I love the film, but not impressed.
I bought this, and it came pretty quick.
But I'm appaulled that the case is literatlly shredded, the top half of the case is ready to fall off. Read more
But I'm appaulled that the case is literatlly shredded, the top half of the case is ready to fall off. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Miss N. H. Cotton
A movie title just asking for trouble
3-stars would be too generous, so 2.5 is closer the mark. I thought about calling my review, When Animals Attack, So Does Narcissism, a reference to the fact McConaughey is... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Philoctetes
Fails to be brilliant
Tripp's parents are fed up. Their son is a fully grown adult, yet he still lives at home, treats the place like a hotel and his mother like a maid. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Chloe S "Chick Lit Chloe"
Harmless
McConaughey is a 30+ still at home, his parents (Bradshaw & Bates) hire Parker as a girlfriend to encourage him to move out. Read more
Published on 12 April 2010 by A. Stanton
An Unexpectedly Funnny and Original Treat
Provided you are in Search of a funny movie with an ingenious story and very delightful and intelligent dialogue - you found it! Read more
Published on 13 Sep 2009 by sorcerer
Fun Comedy
If taken as it is intended - a light comedy about the failure of mid-thirties men to leave home - then this is a fun if quickly forgettable hour and a half viewing. Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2009 by underthethumb
Funny
Great litttle film. I am not into these type of films at all but this was really funny. Feel good film. Would recommend.
Published on 4 Feb 2009 by Ms. J. Rossington
This movie failed to launch
Atrocious. If you have an IQ in positive territory you don't need to watch this.
Published on 16 May 2008 by Billy Ray Cyrus
Ahoy there me hearties
I actually quite enjoyed this film but then I was in emotional turmoil at the time I bought it - having recently been dumped it was a case of "quick, quick find a girlie film to... Read more
Published on 3 Mar 2008 by WelshJoanne 007
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